Nurse Unit Manager - Perioperative Services

• Permanent Full Time 76hrs/fortnight
• Liverpool location 
• Supportive team environment 

Come and join our team. A unique opportunity exists for a highly motivated Registered Nurse with exceptional leadership and clinical skills to join our management team, is this you? 

Position Responsibilities – 

The position is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the theatre team to complement the strategic direction, operational processes, budget and business direction of the hospital/facility. 

You will provide operational direction for the theatre team to ensure efficient and effective management of the area and coordinate the delivery of nursing care that is evidence based. In addition you will be accountable for the effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels.

You will undertake direct patient care as required providing guidance and support to less experienced members of the nursing team.

About us
Sydney Southwest Private Hospital is an 84 bed, 7 operating theatres acute surgical hospital that serves the needs of the local community at Liverpool and surrounds.  Services provided include Surgical Day Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery, Oncology Unit as well as a Mental Health Unit.

The Hospital is part of Healthscope, which is a publicly listed health service company that includes hospitals, pathology, radiology and medical clinics in every state and territory. Being part of the company allows opportunity for career progression and support that comes from being a large organisation.

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

• 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

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

Selection Criteria:

• Current Registration with AHPRA
• Working with Children check
• Previous experience at NUM level or equivalent
• Experience in the Acute setting
• Degree in relevant specialty area
• 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 data bases
• 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

Desirable Criteria:

• A management degree or working towards

Applications close: 13th April 2026

For further enquiries: Rola Tawbe, SSW.Executive@healthscope.com.au 

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application process. Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details of two professional referees.