Nurse Manager – Aboriginal Health Leader, Maitland

Hunter New England Local Health District; Maitland; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sustainable Healthcare – Together to零

4 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging options – up to $11,6

Fitness Passport for you and your 가족

Employee Assistance Program for staff

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District in Maitland, NSW, seeks an experienced Nurse Manager – Aboriginal Health to provide clinical and operational leadership on Wonnarua Country. Lead a dedicated team to deliver culturally safe and responsive care for Aboriginal patients, families and communities across Maitland Hospital.

You will oversee daily operations, workforce planning, patient flow and priority setting, while strengthening Aboriginal health services and partnering with Aboriginal

Qualifications

• Proven experience in nursing management, leadership and operational coordination.
• Experience leading and supporting teams within a busy and complex healthcare setting.
• The ability to effectively manage competing priorities, workforce needs, resources and patient flow.
• Relevant management qualifications, or a commitment to further develop your management skills.
• Experience working within or leading Aboriginal Health services.
• Strong cultural awareness and a genuine commitment to Aboriginal culture, community and Country.
• An understanding of the health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal people and the importance of culturally safe and inclusive care.
• Experience working alongside Aboriginal Health Workers and Practitioners and supporting their professional development.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed approaches and contemporary models of care.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support Aboriginal Health staff, creating a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Oversee daily service operations, workforce requirements, patient flow and competing clinical priorities.
• Identify opportunities to improve Aboriginal Health services and contribute to the development of effective models of care.
• Build productive relationships with multidisciplinary teams, community partners and key stakeholders.
• Advocate for culturally safe and respectful healthcare across the hospital.
• Support Aboriginal patients, families and carers to feel culturally respected, listened to and supported.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives that enhance health outcomes and the overall patient experience.

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District in Maitland, NSW, seeks an experienced Nurse Manager – Aboriginal Health to provide clinical and operational leadership on Wonnarua Country. Lead a dedicated team to deliver culturally safe and responsive care for Aboriginal patients, families and communities across Maitland Hospital.

You will oversee daily operations, workforce planning, patient flow and priority setting, while strengthening Aboriginal health services and partnering with Aboriginal