Nurse Unit Manager 3 – Perioperative Services

At Manning Hospital, you’ll find more than just a leadership role – you’ll discover a place where your theatre expertise, mentorship and innovation come together to shape the future of perioperative care.

Employment Details

• Employment Type : Permanent Full time
• Position Classification : Nurse Unit Manager 3
• Remuneration : $136,692.20 per annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
• Hours Per Week : 38
• Location : Manning Base Hospital – Biripi Country
• Requisition ID : REQ614288
• Applications Close : Sunday, 16th November 2025.

What You’ll Experience

You’ll lead with confidence in a hospital that values both skill and heart. As the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) 3 of Perioperative Services you will provide daily operational leadership to ensure safe, efficient and high‑quality perioperative services, including nursing both anaesthetics and scrub, day stay surgical admit, recovery and central sterile supply department (CSSD). You’ll guide a capable and passionate team through the fast pace and precision of the surgical environment.

This is a role for someone who truly understands the rhythm of the theatre – from scheduling and wait‑list management to the flow of a safe, efficient surgical day. You’ll work alongside experienced clinicians and supportive leaders who value collaboration, accountability and genuine care.

Enjoy the balance of Monday–Friday day shifts, giving you the space to make an impact at work while embracing life in the beautiful Manning Valley.

What You’ll Contribute

You’ll be the steady hand and trusted leader who ensures every list runs smoothly and every patient receives exceptional care. Your deep theatre knowledge will allow you to anticipate needs, guide decisions and support your team with confidence – whether it’s navigating challenges, optimising resources or championing quality improvements.

As part of our senior leadership group you’ll also collaborate with other NUMs and managers to align services, develop staff and drive innovation across the surgical division.

What You’ll Learn and Gain

You’ll grow in a supportive environment that encourages initiative and celebrates leadership. Manning Hospital offers the freedom to shape your service, strengthen your management skills and contribute to system‑wide improvements.

Why You’ll Love Manning Hospital

Whether you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership journey or bring your well‑honed theatre expertise to a hospital that values both heart and skill – Manning is where you can truly make an impact and live well.

About You

You’re a confident, collaborative nurse leader who thrives in the theatre environment. You combine deep perioperative knowledge with calm leadership, a strong sense of accountability and a genuine commitment to team and patient wellbeing.

Benefits

Additional Information

For role‑related queries or questions contact Barbara Ball on Barbara.Ball1@health.nsw.gov.au.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit https : / / bit.ly / 3vL5fq2.

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 : Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take‑home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses and HECS / HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS at nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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