Nursing & Midwifery Research Excellence Centre Nurse Manager

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Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to 30.06.2027) Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 5 Remuneration: $88.65- $90.16ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options are available to reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay) Location: Location Negotiable(Orange preferred), NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week: 24 Applications Close: 26 August 2026 – 11.59pm Manager Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre Quality Clinical Safety and Nursing About the role Join Western NSW Local Health District as the Manager Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre and play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of nursing and midwifery-led research across the District. Reporting within the Research and Innovation framework, you will provide strategic leadership to develop, implement and evaluate nursing and midwifery research initiatives that improve patient, staff and service outcomes. Working closely with senior executives, universities, research partners and multidisciplinary teams, you will drive translational research, strengthen research governance, build workforce capability and foster a culture of innovation and evidence-based practice across a diverse and dynamic health environment. We are seeking an experienced and passionate nursing or midwifery leader with current AHPRA registration, relevant postgraduate qualifications (or substantial progress towards same), and at least three years' senior nursing and/or midwifery experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker with demonstrated research leadership skills, experience managing complex projects and funding opportunities, and a commitment to mentoring clinicians to undertake, publish and present research. If you are motivated to influence healthcare outcomes, build strong partnerships and advance research excellence across Western NSW, we encourage you to apply. Applicants must be eligible to drive in NSW and be willing to travel throughout the Local Health District as required. To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description 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 A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website. To apply for this role: * Click ‘Apply’ * Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login * Upload your current resume * Answer the selection criteria Role-related enquiries: Please contact Luke Marks on 02 6369 3515 or at Luke.Marks@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 persons. · 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 * For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD