Nurse Unit Manager (Lvl 2) - South Surgical Ward - Perm FT

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Campbelltown; Hybrid; AUD 128,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave with leave loading

One extra day off each month

Flexible work options

Parental leave

Gym membership discount

Staff wellbeing support

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is seeking an experienced Nursing Unit Manager for Campbelltown Hospital's Surgical Ward. You will lead clinical and operational excellence, support patient flow, discharge planning and positive surgical outcomes.

You will drive workforce development, coaching and professional support while aligning with NSW Health CORE values to deliver safe, person-centred care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Experience leading a surgical nursing ward.
• Strong leadership, staff management and operational oversight.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care and professional nursing standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, operational and professional leadership to support surgical care delivery.
• Lead and mentor nursing staff, fostering development and professional support.
• Drive quality improvement, governance and service enhancement initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient flow and discharge planning.
• Build partnerships with patients, carers and stakeholders aligned with NSW Health CORE values.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical leadership

Staff management

Operational oversight

Patient safety

Education

Nursing registration (AHPRA)

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ707380

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $150,816.94 per annum+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Campbelltown Hospital

Applications close: 29/11/2026

Contact: Daryn Mitford - on 0460 014 617 | [e-mail]

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

Step into a rewarding leadership opportunity within Campbelltown Hospital's Surgical Ward, where you'll play a pivotal role in supporting a high-performing team and delivering safe, high-quality and person-centred care. As a Nursing Unit Manager , you'll lead clinical and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to support patient flow, timely discharge planning and positive surgical outcomes.

• Provide clinical, operational and professional leadership to support the delivery of safe, compassionate and evidence-based surgical care.
• Lead and develop a skilled nursing workforce through coaching, mentoring, education and professional support.
• Drive quality improvement, clinical governance and service enhancement initiatives that strengthen patient care and service outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to support innovative models of care, efficient patient flow and timely transitions throughout the surgical journey.
• Build strong partnerships with consumers, carers and key stakeholders while fostering a workplace culture aligned with NSW Health CORE values.

Are You the Right Fit?

About

We're seeking an experienced and inspiring nursing leader who can confidently balance the clinical, operational and workforce demands of a busy Surgical Ward environment. You'll be passionate about developing people, driving service excellence and supporting a culture that delivers safe, efficient and patient-centred care.The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate strong clinical and professional leadership, with a commitment to patient safety, quality care and professional nursing standards.
• Lead, motivate and develop nursing staff while fostering a respectful, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace culture.
• Apply sound operational management skills across workforce planning, rostering, patient flow, resource allocation and budget management.
• Drive clinical governance, risk management and quality improvement initiatives through the effective use of performance data, clinial indicators and consumer feedback.
• Build strong partnerships with patients, carers and key stakeholders while fostering a workplace culture aligned with NSW Health CORE values.

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
• Outline the skills, knowledge and experience that make you a strong candidate for this role. Include examples of your clinical leadership, staff management, operational oversight, and experience delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
• Describe how your leadership approach has contributed to positive outcomes for patients, staff and services. Include examples of workforce management, quality improvement, stakeholder engagement, managing workplace challenges, and driving a positive team culture.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

• 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 [e-mail]
  • 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 [e-mail]. 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.