Aged Care Nursing Assistant - Part-Time | Flexible Shifts

Estia Health; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility to work across our network

Discounted health insurance for non-cs

Continuous professional development

Job summary

Sydney Southwest Private Hospital is seeking a Nurse Unit Manager to lead the ward/unit, drive efficient and evidence-based nursing care, and oversee financial, human, and material resources.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a commitment to high-quality patient care within a multidisciplinary team. Compliance with national standards and a focus on staff development are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Registration with AHPRA.
• Working with Children check (if relevant).
• HR management experience or demonstrated labour management knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to development in a management role.
• Commitment to high standard of clinical and customer-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational direction for the unit/ward to ensure efficient management and deliver evidence-based nursing care.
• Account for effective management of human, financial and material resources and maintain optimal customer service.
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced nursing staff.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Labor/HR management

Budget and financial management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Degree in relevant specialty area or working towards

Job description

Sydney Southwest Private Hospital – Nurse Unit Manager

Career Opportunity at Sydney Southwest Private Hospital, part of Healthscope – a publicly listed health service company.

About the role

Sydney Southwest Private Hospital is a 98-bed, 7 operating theatres acute surgical hospital that serves the local community at Liverpool and surrounds. Services provided include Surgical Day Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery, Maternity and Special Care Nursery facilities, Oncology Unit as well as a Mental Health Unit.

The position is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the ward/unit, ensuring efficient and effective fiscal management, promoting high-quality clinical care for patients, and supporting the Director of Nursing.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide operational direction for the unit/ward to ensure efficient and effective management of the area and coordinate the delivery of evidence-based nursing care.
• Account for effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels.
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced members of the nursing team.

Selection Criteria

• Current Registration with AHPRA
• Working with Children check (if relevant)
• Previous experience at NUM level or equivalent
• Experience in the acute setting
• Degree in relevant specialty area or working towards
• Compliance with ACQSHC National standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A strong commitment to developing in a management role
• A commitment to a high standard of clinical and customer‑focused care
• High degree of computer literacy including MS Office and various databases
• Ability to work cohesively within a team environment
• Proven time management and prioritisation skills
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge base in labour management
• Demonstrated HR management experience

Benefits

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
• Discounted health insurance (non‑casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

Applications close: Friday 20 November 2026
Compliance Checks
Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker. Applicants will also be required to provide proof of current Australian driver’s licence if transport duties are involved. staff listings will be subject to verification of their right to work in Australia, Australian driving licence eligibility and background checks as part of the standard recruitment process.