Deputy Director of Nursing

Title: Deputy Director of Nursing - Camden Hospital - Temp FT

Location: Australia

Reference number

REQ705361

Occupation

Nurse Manager

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney - West

Salary Information

$158236.73 - $161174.38

Requisition ID: REQ705361

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until May 2027 

Remuneration: $3,032.59 - $3,088.89 per week+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Camden Hospital

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. 
 

Achieve Something Great 
Take the next step in your nursing leadership career as Deputy Director of Nursing at Camden Hospital. This is an opportunity to provide senior nursing leadership, strengthen clinical practice and workforce development, and contribute to safe, high-quality, patient-centred care for the local community. 

• Provide senior nursing leadership, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality and patient-centred care across Camden Hospital. 
• Work collaboratively with nursing leaders, clinical teams and hospital leadership to support daily operations, workforce planning and clinical governance. 
• Support and develop the nursing workforce by fostering a positive, inclusive and collaborative culture where staff feel valued and encouraged to grow professionally 
• Contribute to the ongoing development of Camden Hospital, supporting sustainable and contemporary models of care that respond to changing community needs. 
• Influence service improvement and nursing practice, working within a collaborative leadership team committed to excellent experiences for patients, families and staff. 
   

 

Are You the Right Fit? 
We are looking for an experienced and approachable senior nursing leader who brings integrity, sound judgement and a collaborative leadership style to the Deputy Director of Nursing at Camden Hospital role. The ideal candidate will be a visible and supportive leader who builds strong relationships, develops staff and maintains a clear focus on patient safety, quality care and continuous improvement. 

• Demonstrated senior nursing leadership experience, with the ability to provide visible, approachable and professional leadership across a busy hospital environment. 
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, working collaboratively with nursing and midwifery staff, medical teams, allied health and hospital leaders. 
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety, quality and effective operations. 
• Ability to support, mentor and develop nursing leaders and frontline teams, fostering an inclusive culture where staff feel valued, respected and confident contributing ideas and raising concerns. 
• A calm, practical and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to respond to changing clinical demand, workforce pressures and service priorities while contributing to nursing governance, workforce planning and service improvement. 

 

Selection Criteria 
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. 

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and Relevant post graduate qualifications or equivalent work experience or a combination of study and Experience.
• Describe an example where you provided senior nursing leadership during a period of operational or workforce challenge. How did you maintain patient safety, support staff and nursing leaders, and achieve a positive outcome?

• As Deputy Director of Nursing, how would you develop a positive, inclusive and accountable nursing culture while remaining visible and accessible to staff and supporting continuous improvement in patient care? 

   

   

 

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

• Position Information

  • Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

• How to Apply 

  • Read our application guide and tips for improving your application. 

• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

  • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au

  • We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal Workforce 

  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks

  • 12% superannuation

  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary

  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees

• Work-Life Balance

  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

  • Paid maternity and parental leave

  • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

• Grow Your Career

  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

• Health & Wellbeing

  • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport

  • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

  • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

 

Additional Information 

• Vaccination Requirements 

  • All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

• Child Safe Employment 

  • South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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