Nurse Unit Manager | Mental Health | NUM | Sydney

ClearCompany; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established hospital in Sydney is seeking an experienced Nurse Unit Manager to lead its Mental Health inpatient service. This role involves providing clinical and operational leadership, overseeing patient care, and fostering a recovery-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Mental Health nursing and previous leadership experience. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are on offer.

Benefits

Competitive salary + benefits

Professional development and career progression pathways

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Mental Health nursing, preferably inpatient.
• Previous leadership or NUM/ANUM experience is desirable.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and mentor a diverse clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership to nursing teams.
• Oversee patient care, safety, quality, and compliance.
• Manage workforce planning and staff development.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mental Health Nursing

Leadership

Communication Skills

Patient-Centred Care

Education

Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration

Job description

Nurse Unit Manager | Mental Health | NUM

Location: Sydney

Employment Type Full-Time | Permanent

A well-established hospital in Sydney is seeking an experienced and committed Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to lead its dedicated Mental Health inpatient service. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within a growing program that provides evidence-based care to adults requiring acute mental health support.

About the Role

As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of a specialised inpatient Mental Health Unit offering services such as:

• Mood disorders (depression, bipolar)
• Anxiety and stress-related conditions
• PTSD and trauma-related presentations
• Postnatal mental health care
• Addiction support
• Structured group therapy programs including CBT, DBT and mindfulness-based approaches

You will drive clinical excellence, promote a positive team culture, and ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership to nursing and allied health teams
• Oversee patient care, safety, quality and compliance
• Manage workforce planning, rostering and staff development
• Foster a therapeutic, recovery-oriented environment
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and accreditation requirements
• Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, psychologists and therapy facilitators
• Ensure best-practice standards across all mental health services

About You

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Significant experience in Mental Health nursing (inpatient experience ideal)
• Previous leadership or NUM/ANUM experience desirable
• Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence
• Passion for patient-centred care and service improvement
• Ability to lead, motivate and mentor a diverse clinical team

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a respected Mental Health service
• Supportive clinical and executive leadership
• Competitive salary + benefits
• Professional development and career progression pathways

Interested Candidates can Contact Cody Thomas on 04554444613 or email [e-mail]