Nurse Unit Manager – Community Based

NSW Health; Forbes; On-site; AUD 136,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health in Parkes & Forbes, NSW, invites applications for a Nurse Unit Manager – Community Based with Lachlan Health Service. The role leads community nursing across Parkes and Forbes, coordinating Hospital in the Home, Oncology, Chronic Care, and Child & Family Health services in collaboration with the Community & Allied Health Manager.

Travel between Forbes and Parkes is required. This is a temporary full-time position (38 hours/week) up to 12 September 2027, with remuneration of

Job description

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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 12 September 2027)
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager – Level 2
Remuneration: $150,816.94 per annum (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Parkes & Forbes, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38 hours
Applications Close: – 10 November 2026, 11:59pm

Nurse Unit Manager – Community Based
Lachlan Health Service (Parkes & Forbes)

About the role

This position provides management of all Community based nursing services across Parkes and Forbes in collaboration with the Community & Allied Health Manager. Services include Hospital in the Home (HITH), Oncology, Chronic Care, Acute post-acute care, Diabetic Nurse, Breast Care, Nurse Audiometry and Child and Family Health (until they change directorates).

The Nurse Unit Manager for Community for Lachlan Health Service is required to travel between both Forbes and Parkes Community Health sites. Forbes and Parkes are in the Central West of NSW and 33km apart. These twin towns are approximately 1 hour from Orange and 5 hours from Sydney.

Work within the dynamic Lachlan Health Service Community & Allied Health team, providing management and support to the Community Based Nursing Team at Parkes and Forbes ADO once a month and Salary Packaging.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

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Role-related enquiries: Please contact Jane Armitage on 0491 955 *** or at **************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• 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 people.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• 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.
• 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.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards