Nurse Unit Manager

Lead high performing nursing teams in a dynamic acute setting

Shape safe, efficient patient care and ward operations

Drive professional growth, quality and innovation in nursing

Manage ward operations, lead nursing teams and build safe, patient centred care within a busy hospital environment.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2

Remuneration: $137,104.41 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Mt Druitt Hospital

Where you'll be working

Mount Druitt Hospital is a key provider of acute and community health services, delivering high quality care to a diverse and growing population. You will join a supportive organisation committed to excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Part of a large metropolitan hospital with a strong community focus Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture Commitment to patient safety, quality and service excellence Opportunities to influence service delivery and patient flow Strong focus on professional development and leadership capability

What You'll Be Doing

As Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide operational and professional leadership within your ward or unit, ensuring high quality patient care and efficient use of resources.

Lead, coordinate and manage nursing and midwifery staff Ensure safe, effective and patient focused care delivery Manage ward operations including patient flow and resource allocation Promote professional integrity, accountability and ethical practice Support staff development, education and continuous improvement

How To Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria

Registration: Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) (NSW Registered Nurse – Division 1)

Selection Criteria

Relevant tertiary qualifications in management and/or specialty, or working towards attainment in same, or extensive management experience in the field that demonstrates ability to perform the role. Recent relevant clinical and management experience deemed appropriate by WSLHD Demonstrated recent experience and understanding of financial management and accountabilities in relation to stock and effective budget utilisation. Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to patient care Demonstrated ability to lead change that results in sustained improvements in patient care, throughput and resource utilisation. Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated conflict resolution experience.

Requisition ID: REQ627962

Applications Close: 26th January 2026

Need more information ?

Find out more about applying for this position. Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria. Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications. For inquiries about the role, contact Fiona Lendon on 0447242037

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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• Leadership
• Patient care management
• Quality improvement