Lead an established surgical team and make a lasting impact on patient care, quality and team culture.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $150,816.94 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ689988
Location: Maitland Hospital
Closing Date: Sunday 6th September 2026
About the Opportunity
Maitland Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Nurse Unit Manager to lead our General Surgery and Urology unit. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident clinical leader to support an established team while continuing to strengthen a culture of collaboration, excellence and patient-centred care.
Working within a busy surgical environment, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality care while supporting the professional development, wellbeing and capability of the nursing team.
You will work closely with medical, allied health and other multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure patients receive care throughout their hospital journey.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide strong clinical and operational leadership across the General Surgery and Urology unit.
You will:
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Lead, support and nurture an established nursing team.
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Promote a positive, respectful and collaborative workplace culture.
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Oversee the delivery of safe, evidence-based and patient-centred surgical care.
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Maintain a strong focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement.
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Work collaboratively with surgeons, medical staff, allied health and the broader multidisciplinary team.
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Support workforce planning, rostering, performance development and staff capability.
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Identify opportunities to improve patient flow, clinical outcomes and service efficiencies.
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Provide visible and approachable leadership within the clinical environment.
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Support and implement service changes and quality improvement initiatives.
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Foster an environment where staff feel supported to learn, develop and achieve their professional goals.
About you
We are looking for an experienced Nurse Unit Manager who is passionate about surgical nursing and committed to leading a high-performing team.
You will bring:
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Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
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Demonstrated experience in a Nurse Unit Manager role or equivalent clinical leadership position.
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Strong clinical knowledge and an interest in General Surgery and Urology.
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A genuine commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
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Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop nursing teams.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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The ability to build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
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Strong organisational, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
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A commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and positive workplace culture.
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The ability to lead with confidence, integrity and a collaborative approach.
What we can offer you:
✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅ Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
✅ Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or 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.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact
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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. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via
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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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