Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 1 Remuneration: $143,574.55 - $146,512.21 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

+ NSW Health - Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours - to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme)

Located in: Collarenebri, NSW - Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 14 October 2026 - 11:59pm

Nurse Manager - 10-20k Incentives Offered Collarenebri Multi Purpose Service

About the role

The Nurse Manager role is a multifaceted position that supports the Health Service Manager, Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, residents, patients, visitors, and staff of the Collarenebri Multipurpose Health Service in accordance with Western NSW Local Health District policies, procedures, and values. The role requires strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to effectively support, motivate, and develop staff while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture. The Nurse Manager must understand the importance of working within allocated budgets and maintaining safe staffing levels in accordance with approved Full Time Equivalent (FTE) allocations. This position will be split between two days Management duties and three days Clinical duties and is on a rotating roster. The Nurse Manager will also undertake Clinical duties to support the delivery of an efficient and effective service within the Health Service. Key responsibilities include coordinating and completing clinical and operational audits, developing quality improvement plans, and supporting accreditation processes to ensure compliance with relevant standards and best practice requirements. The Nurse Manager works as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes nursing, support services, and community health staff. The position provides an opportunity to develop management and leadership skills while maintaining clinical expertise and involvement in patient care. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated and supportive team in a flexible rural health environment. Ongoing training and professional development are encouraged, with access to a wide range of education programs and learning modules through My Health Learning to support continued growth and career progression. The facility is willing to arrange a temporary accommodation solution for relocation to the beautiful town of Collarenebri for the successful candidate if required.

Moving Support

Helping you Move to Western NSW. The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience.

Role-Related Enquiries

Please contact Suzanne Mahoney, Health Service Manager on or at for more information.

Equal Opportunity

All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

Recruitment Notes

This recruitment may be used to create anEligibility Listfor similar roles in the future.

Reasonable Adjustments

Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

Safety and Inclusion

Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian. Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

Benefits

• superannuation + salary packaging options
• NSW Health - Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours - to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme)
• temporary accommodation solution for relocation to Collarenebri
• The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections
• Ongoing training and professional development are encouraged, with access to a wide range of education programs and learning modules through My Health Learning to support continued growth and career progression
• 10-20k Incentives Offered

Further Information

To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards. For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD