Patient Flow Manager Grade 3

Lead with impact. Drive innovation. Shape the patient journey.

Remuneration:$139661.16 - $142254.44 12% Super Salary Packaging
Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Nurse Manager Grade 3
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ608730
Location: Manning Base Hospital Taree Biripi Country
Closing Date:Sunday 19^th October 2025

Step into a leadership role where your decisions drive better care every day.

About Us

At Manning Hospital our Patient Flow Team ensures every patient experiences a seamless and efficient journey through the hospital. Were a collaborative group of Nurse Managers working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient admissions transfers and discharges. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Nursing & Midwifery were committed to patient-centred care teamwork and continuous improvement.

About the Role

As Patient Flow Manager youll play a vital leadership role in:

• Coordinating patient flow across departments using real-time data and proactive strategies.
• Leading daily flow huddles and ensuring timely safe transfers admissions and discharges.
• Working with senior managers frontline staff patients and families to improve the care experience.
• Managing resources staff development and service performance to meet targets and KPIs.

This role is Monday - Friday morning shifts allowing you to enjoy work-life balance while making a meaningful difference.

Why Youll Love It Here

Joining Manning means being part of a supportive innovative and dynamic team. Youll enjoy:

• A welcoming collaborative environment with strong leadership support.
• A thorough orientation and tailored education plan within your first 3 months.
• Ongoing professional development and career pathways within NSW Health.
• Lifestyle benefits of the stunning Barrington Coast region.

Plus youll access a wide range of benefits:

• Up to 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses).
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• Generous salary packaging and superannuation (12%).
• Salary packaging options - up to $11600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
  
  

About You

Youre a Senior Registered Nurse (AHPRA registered) with:

• Strong clinical expertise and leadership experience.
• The ability to stay calm and solution-focused in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent communication skills and a knack for building collaborative teams.
• A commitment to service excellence continuous improvement and patient-centred care.
  
  

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however part time/job share arrangements may also be considered
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen or a permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information please visit: is a Category A applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directivePD2023022: Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to offer.All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging:is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases relocation expenses and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contactingSalaryPackagingPLUS!viaor.

At Hunter New England Local Health District we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse inclusive and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable barrier-free application process.

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range ofbenefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees long service leave paid maternity leave and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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