After Hours Nurse Unit Manager (Lvl 1) - SWSLHD Mental Health Services - Perm FT

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Requisition ID: REQ680085 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week Remuneration: Nurse Unit Manager Level: $143,997.20 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: SWSLHD- District wide Applications close: 02/08/2026 Contact: Nicole Tha on Nicole.Tha@health.NSW.gov.au| 0476 859 153 Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position. 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 Make a meaningful difference when it matters most. As the After Hours Nurse Unit Manager (NUM1), you will provide leadership and support across Mental Health Services during evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays, ensuring consumers receive safe, responsive and recovery-oriented care outside standard business hours. * Lead and support dedicated multidisciplinary teams to deliver high quality mental health care and positive consumer outcomes across a range of inpatient and community settings. * Play a key role in service coordination and clinical leadership, helping to ensure timely decision-making and continuity of care when senior operational support is limited. * Contribute to a safe, supportive and recovery-focused environment for consumers, carers and staff during after-hours periods. * Develop your leadership skills within a large and diverse Mental Health Service, working collaboratively with managers, clinicians and key stakeholders across the district. * Be part of a committed Mental Health Services team that values compassion, inclusion, professional development and continuous improvement in the delivery of person-centred care. Are You the Right Fit? Highly desirable experience includes: * Previous NUM, or Team Manager role * Acting AH NUM experience. * Strong communication skills * Staffing and Rostering management * Participation in hospital-wide operations or patient flow committees. * Quality improvement and clinical governance experience. * Understanding of KPIs such as: * Length of Stay (LOS) * Discharge by Midday * Bed occupancy * Incident management * Restrictive practices 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).Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience or a combination of study and experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD. * Demonstrated senior nursing experience with experience in leading staff and managing services in a relevant setting. * Proven ability to ensure the human, physical and financial resources of the unit are managed to provide safe, compassionate, quality care that is culturally responsive. * Demonstrated ability to manage complex and deteriorating consumers. * Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and manage conflicts and performance issues when they arise. 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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