Nurse Unit Manager

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2

Remuneration: $133,112.75 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 27 October 2025 – 11:59pm

Nursing Unit Manager – Whole of Hospital Program Lead

Orange Health Service

About the role

The Nurse Manager provides leadership and management of staff, services and resources to ensure delivery of safe, effective, quality nursing and midwifery care.

Opportunities to improve patient care services focusing on patient access and flow is an essential purpose of this role. Access to high quality, safe and timely health care is critical for patients, carers and staff. This role will be integral to providing program and project management expertise to support the delivery and implementation of transformational initiatives associated with the Whole of Hospital project and in alignment with the WNSW LHD - Strategic Plan

The position will incorporate and implement initiatives designed to creating positive and healthy workplace culture, enhancing employee's skill sets and assist in building high performing teams. Identify key areas for improving and sustaining current processes in conjunction with the implementation of new strategies enabling better patient outcomes are upheld and facility wide Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) prioritised by the Ministry of Health are met.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

• Click 'Apply'
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Diane Gardner, Deputy Director of Nursing & Midwifery on or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD