Clinical Coordinator (Nurse Unit Manager Level 1) - Permanent Vacancy

Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Day Off

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

Free courses & coaching

EAP counselling

Flu vaccination & health resources

Staff Gym access

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District invites applications for a Nurse Unit Manager Level 1 at Concord Repatriation General Hospital. The role oversees operating theatres, guides nursing leadership, and ensures efficient patient flow and safety.

The ideal candidate will have strong perioperative nursing background, registered with AHPRA, and proven clinical management experience in a tertiary health environment. This permanent full‑time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and salary in NSW

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Extensive post registration experience in a relevant clinical area with clinical management experience in a tertiary/district health care facility.
• Demonstrated proficient problem solving skills and experience in Performance Development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily activities of the operating theatres and manage patient flow.
• Support other Nurse Unit Managers and Clinical staff in a hands‑on clinical capacity.
• Ensure delivery of high‑quality patient care in line with best practice and legislative requirements.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Clinical management

Patient flow optimization

Education

Nursing registration with AHPRA

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (38 hours per week)
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $143,997 per annum + Superannuation
Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.

About The Role

Concord has built on its strengths of providing quality health services to returned servicemen and women and local communities, as well as undertaking world class clinical education and research.

Nurse Unit Manager Level 1 Coordinates the daily activities of the operating theatres. The prospective candidate will need a strong perioperative nursing background. As the Nurse Unit Manager Level 1, you will be responsible for working with and supporting other Nurse Unit Managers and Clinical staff in a hands‑on clinical capacity. Primary responsibility includes the management of patient flow within operating theatres. Achieving excellence in the delivery of patient care in line with best practice and legislative requirements.

For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

• Current unencumbered Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Extensive post registration experience in a relevant clinical area with clinical management experience in a tertiary/district health care facility.
• Demonstrated proficient problem solving skills and experience in Performance Development.

Benefits and Perks!

• Accrued Day Off each month (For full time roles) paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
• The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

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For enquiries, please contact Roxy Ramiscal via email at [e-mail] or Janice Chew via email at [e-mail].

Applications Close: 4 October 2026