Are You the Right Fit?
Above all, you are committed to delivering person-centred, safe, and equitable care for the community, while contributing positively to a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
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You are an experienced and highly capable senior nursing leader with a proven track record of delivering results within complex healthcare environments. You bring a strong operational mindset, combined with the ability to lead people, influence change, and drive sustainable improvements in performance and patient outcomes.
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You are a motivated, strengths-based leader who demonstrates resilience, sound judgement, and the ability to lead effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. You are confident in making decisions, managing competing priorities, and maintaining focus on both immediate operational demands and longer-term service improvement.
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Your leadership style is visible, approachable, and supportive, with a clear commitment to fostering a positive culture across multidisciplinary teams. You are skilled in building capability in others, particularly Nurse Unit Managers and emerging leaders, and are passionate about developing high-performing teams that consistently deliver safe, high-quality care.
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You bring strong expertise in managing complex clinical services, with a well-developed understanding of patient flow, access, and the operational levers required to meet performance targets. You are comfortable using data to inform decisions, monitor performance, and drive accountability across services.
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You have demonstrated experience in leading service improvement initiatives, implementing evidence-based models of care, and working collaboratively with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to deliver integrated, patient-centred outcomes.
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You are an effective communicator and influencer, able to engage stakeholders at all levels, manage challenging conversations, and build strong working relationships across the organisation. You lead with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.
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