Nurse Unit Manager Level 2

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking an outstanding Nurse Unit Manager for Ward 5D, a 32‑bed mixed medical/surgical ward in Northern Beaches Hospital. This permanent full-time role offers strategic and operational leadership to deliver safe, high‑quality care and to develop a skilled, engaged workforce.

You will report to the Nurse Manager for Surgery and Anaesthetics, lead a multidisciplinary team, drive improvements and ensure excellent patient outcomes while fostering a culture of collaboration and

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent.
• Senior clinical care experience in a relevant specialty.
• Proven leadership experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Strong clinical knowledge within medical and/or surgical services.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• A track record of leading teams through change and driving continuous improvement.
• The ability to build engagement, resilience, and accountability within a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Ward 5D to deliver high‑quality care.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team to achieve excellence in patient care.
• Drive a positive workplace culture with collaboration and accountability.
• Ensure delivery of safe, evidence‑based, patient‑centred care.
• Manage operational performance, staffing, budgets and resources.
• Support patient flow and discharge planning.

Skills

Leadership experience

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Change management

Team building

Patient care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Northern Beaches Hospital is seeking an outstanding nursing leader to join our senior leadership team as the Nurse Unit Manager of Ward 5D, a permanent full-time opportunity for a motivated and experienced clinician who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and fostering high-performing teams.

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Nurse Unit Manager Level 2
Remuneration:$2,890.40 per week
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ695971

Who we are:

We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism

Where you'll be working

Ward 5D is a busy and rewarding 32 bed mixed medical and surgical ward that cares for patients with a broad range of acute and complex care needs. The ward manages a diverse patient cohort requiring coordinated multidisciplinary care, strong clinical leadership, and a commitment to excellence in patient outcomes.

What you'll be doing

As Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for Ward 5D, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality care while supporting and developing a skilled and engaged workforce.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager for Surgery and Anaesthetics, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and inspiring a multidisciplinary team to achieve excellence in patient care.
• Driving a positive workplace culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and professional development.
• Ensuring the delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centred care.
• Managing operational performance, staffing, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Supporting patient flow and facilitating efficient discharge planning.
• Leading quality improvement initiatives and maintaining compliance with accreditation standards.
• Building strong relationships with patients, families, medical staff, and key stakeholders across the organisation.

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent
• Senior clinical care experience in a relevant speciality
• Proven leadership experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Strong clinical knowledge within medical and/or surgical services.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• A track record of leading teams through change and driving continuous improvement.
• The ability to build engagement, resilience, and accountability within a diverse workforce.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding patient and staff experiences.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background encouraged to apply

Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse-Division 1 with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA) AND Relevant management tertiary qualification OR equivalent work experience, OR a combination of study and work experience; and demonstrated commitment to professional development.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and support a clinical team.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy in Microsoft Applications, roster management systems and electronic medical records.
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in change management and initiating a new service delivery model within an established service.
• Evidence of and commitment to patient/customer focussed care, clinical governance and quality improvement.

The team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

Applications Close: 13 October 2026

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