Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2027

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $1,566.70 - $2,199.59 per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Located in: Gosford Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ682013

Applications Close: Monday 10 August 2026 at 11:59pm

This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide safe, evidence-based nursing care while working collaboratively with patients, families, carers, and healthcare professionals. You will play a key role in coordinating care, assessing patient needs, implementing effective nursing interventions, and supporting positive health outcomes. This position plays a key role in making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults by providing compassionate care, promoting wellbeing, and contributing to a supportive and collaborative healthcare environment.

• Deliver safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care that supports positive outcomes for aged care patients and clients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualised care in collaboration with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide clinical leadership by supporting, guiding, and supervising Enrolled Nurses and Assistants in Nursing.
• Contribute to quality improvement, professional development, and a culture of excellence in patient-centred care.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Current registration and Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Recent clinical experience in aged care or a relevant speciality area, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills to deliver person-centred care within a multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to prioritise workloads, demonstrate sound clinical judgement, and coordinate care in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• A compassionate, resilient, and accountable approach, with a commitment to NSW Health CORE values and delivering high-quality outcomes for patients and clients.
• Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at or call for one-on-one support.

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement.

For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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Central Coast Local Health District in NSW is seeking a Registered Nurse for maternity relief at Gosford Hospital. You will provide safe, evidence-based nursing care, coordinate patient needs, and support families and carers while collaborating with the healthcare team.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, quality improvement, and ongoing professional development within a supportive NSW Health environment. NSW Health CORE values guide daily practice.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 5

Remuneration: $3368.70 - $3425.89 per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ689606

Application close: Thursday 10th September 2026 at 11.59pm

Operational Nurse Manager – Aged & Subacute Care

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Operational Nurse Manager – Aged Care & Subacute to provide strong clinical leadership and operational management across our aged care and subacute services.

This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care while supporting staff, clinical governance, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

If you are an experienced nursing leader who is passionate about aged care, subacute services, clinical excellence and team leadership, we would love to hear from you.

About The Opportunity

The Operational Nurse Manager is a key senior leadership position within the hospital, reporting operationally to the General Manager and professionally to the Director of Nursing and Midwifery, Wyong.

The position is responsible for the effective management, leadership and operational oversight of the Nursing Unit Managers (NUMs) and Clinical Nurse Educators (CNEs) across Aged and Subacute Care services at Wyong, as well as the Clinical Nurse Consultants (CNCs) with District-wide responsibilities.

The role also has operational responsibility for the Wyong Medical Day Unit, Outpatients and Vascular Access Service, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care across these services.

The Operational Nurse Manager will provide strong clinical and operational leadership, supporting staff and multidisciplinary teams to effectively manage clinical and operational issues and achieve positive patient outcomes. The role will promote a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement and excellence in clinical practice.

As a key leader within the organisation, the position will drive service improvement, innovation and positive cultural change across the services under its leadership. This includes identifying opportunities to improve service delivery, workforce capability, patient flow, access and clinical outcomes while ensuring resources are used effectively and sustainably.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong analytical, financial, strategic, negotiation and problem-solving skills, together with the ability to manage complex operational environments and competing priorities.

The role will actively engage with all professional clinical staff groups and lead the development and implementation of inter-professional models of care and collaborative ways of working, with a strong focus on patient-centred care.

You will be accountable for improving patient outcomes, quality and safety, sustainable access to services and integrated health pathways. This will require effective networking and collaboration with colleagues across the District, community services, primary care, allied health, medical services and other key stakeholders.

For more information about this role, please view the  Position Description

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Significant nursing leadership and management experience, preferably within aged care, subacute or hospital environments.
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance, quality and risk management.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• A strong understanding of person-centred care and contemporary aged care practice.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and make sound clinical and operational decisions.
• A commitment to supporting staff and achieving positive outcomes for residents and patients.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement

Benefits

At Central Coast Local Health District, you’ll be supported to grow, thrive, and succeed:

Work-Life Balance

·         Accrued day off each month (ADO)

·         17.5% annual leave loading

·         Paid parental leave

Financial Benefits

·         Salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay

·         Novated leasing options

·         Relocation assistance (where eligible)

Health & Wellbeing

·         Discounted gym access through Fitness Passport

·         Free flu vaccinations

·         Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

·         Access discounted private health insurance

Career Growth

·         Access to professional development and education

·         Secondment and career‑advancement opportunities across the District

Need More Information?

Nadine Bridgett

Phone: 02 4394 4955

Email: Nadine.Bridgett@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Stay Connected

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates.

You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.

Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Registered Midwife
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour
Hours Per Week: Up to 38 hours per week
Applications Close: Thursday 10th September 2026 at 11:59pm

Do you thrive in a team environment where your contribution truly matters? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for dedicated Registered Midwives to join our compassionate and professional Casual Pool.

About the Opportunity

As a Registered Midwife, you will provide safe, high-quality care to mothers, babies, and families. You will collaborate closely with patients and the multidisciplinary health care team to ensure every woman receives exceptional support through pregnancy, birth, and postnatal care. In this role you will:

• Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based midwifery care that supports women through all stages of maternity.

• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes for women and families.

• Respond promptly and appropriately to changes in patient condition and emergency situations.

• Contribute to clinical excellence through ongoing education, mentoring, and participation in quality initiatives.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation to support continuity and safety of care.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Current registration as a Registered Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Working with Children Check, NSW Health National Criminal Record Check, and NSW driver's licence.

• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in providing safe and effective midwifery care.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on woman-centred practice.

• Commitment to teamwork within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

• Dedication to professional growth and delivering care aligned with NSW Health and CCLHD values.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement

Benefits

At Central Coast Local Health District, you’ll be supported to grow, thrive, and succeed:

Work-Life Balance

·Accrued day off each month (ADO)

·17.5% annual leave loading

·Paid parental leave

Financial Benefits

·Salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay

·Novated leasing options

·Relocation assistance (where eligible)

Health & Wellbeing

·Discounted gym access through Fitness Passport

·Free flu vaccinations

·Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

·Access discounted private health insurance

Career Growth

·Access to professional development and education

·Secondment and career‑advancement opportunities across the District

Need More Information?
Alison Read
Phone: 02 4320 5220
Email: alison.read@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

____________________________________________________________________________________

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Stay Connected

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates.

You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.