Nurse Unit Manager
2 weeks ago
Employment Type: Full Time Temporary (from 20th October 2025 until 15th November 2026)
Position: Nurse Unit Manager - Level 2
Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Remuneration: $133,112.75 pa + salary packaging
Applications Close: 19th August, 2025
Lead with Purpose. Deliver Quality Care. Make a Lasting Impact.
About Us
Be part of a passionate organisation delivering exceptional care to over 240,000 people across regional NSW. Spanning 125,000+ km², Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is our region's largest employer, with 5,000+ staff across 33 hospitals, 12 community health centres, and a range of specialist and mental health services.
At MLHD, you'll deliver meaningful care across diverse settings, with access to career development opportunities, advanced technology, and comprehensive employee benefits.
About The Opportunity
As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of nursing services for your department. In managing your nursing team, you will take a proactive role in overseeing and driving continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen service delivery and achieve improved health outcomes for patients.
As The Nurse Unit Manager, You Will
- Provide clinical leadership to the nursing team to ensure the exceptional delivery of evidence-based care within contemporary models of practice. Ensure governance processes are in place, including timely and appropriate responses to incidents, complaints, and risk management.
- Lead and manage processes that drive quality outcomes, ensure patient safety, and support continuous improvement—demonstrated through the achievement of key performance indicators, outcome measures, patient and staff surveys, and audit results
- Manage the efficient use and coordination of physical and financial resources to maximise expenditure toward health outcomes and ensure plans are in place to promote business continuity and avoid potential service disruptions
- Lead with purpose by motivating and managing teams, applying change management to address challenges in community and rural health service delivery.
- To find out more, please review the Position Description
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Current authority to practice unrestricted as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Proven experience in a leadership or management role within a healthcare setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job, we offer the chance to make a real difference.
- Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
- Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
- Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
- Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
- Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs, Fitness Passport, and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
How To Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click apply now Please contact Ricky Tasker, Workforce Nurse Manager on 02 5943 3426 or Ricky.Tasker@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
To complete your application, we will require a current CV, application letter and responses to 5 application questions.
Murrumbidgee Local Health District is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
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