Nurse Unit Manager (Lvl 3) - Perioperative Services - Perm FT

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Requisition ID: REQ677936 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week Remuneration: $154,876.43 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Bowral & District Hospital Applications close: 02/08/2026 Contact: Renee Trotter - A/ Operational Nurse Manager, Bowral & District Hospital on 0418 478 886 | Renee.Trotter@health.nsw.gov.au 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 Join Bowral & District Hospital as the Nurse Unit Manager of our Perioperative Services and play a pivotal leadership role in delivering safe, high-quality surgical care to our local community. * Lead a dedicated multidisciplinary perioperative team committed to exceptional patient-centred care. * Influence service delivery, workforce planning, and quality improvement within a growing regional hospital. * Foster a positive workplace culture that supports staff development, engagement, and clinical excellence. * Collaborate closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, nursing leaders, and support services to optimise theatre efficiency and patient outcomes. * Contribute to strategic service development and innovation across perioperative services. Are You the Right Fit? We are seeking an experienced and motivated nursing leader who is passionate about perioperative care and supporting high-performing teams. * Demonstrated leadership experience in perioperative or operating theatre environments. * Strong clinical knowledge across perioperative services, including patient safety, quality improvement, and contemporary professional practice. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships across multidisciplinary teams. * Proven ability to manage workforce planning, rostering, budgets, and operational performance. * Commitment to staff development, coaching, mentoring, and succession planning. * Experience leading service improvement initiatives and implementing evidence-based practice. * Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment. 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 tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience or a combination of study and experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD. * Describe your experience leading and managing a perioperative service or similar clinical environment. Include an example of how you have effectively managed human, physical and financial resources to maintain safe, high-quality, patient-centred care while supporting staff performance and addressing workplace challenges. * Provide an example of a quality improvement, risk management, or patient safety initiative that you have led or significantly contributed to. Outline how you used critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and engagement with patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team to improve outcomes and ensure a safe and responsive service. 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. Temporary Positions For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements. .