Are You the Right Fit?
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nursing leader who is passionate about perioperative services, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is committed to building high-performing teams and delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
You will bring to the role:
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Demonstrated experience leading and supporting nursing teams, with the ability to foster a positive, accountable and inclusive workplace culture.
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Strong operational and resource management skills, with the ability to balance staffing, patient flow, budgets and service priorities effectively.
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A collaborative leadership style that enables strong partnerships with multidisciplinary teams, patients and key stakeholders.
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Proven ability to drive quality improvement, clinical governance, risk management and evidence-based practice.
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Commitment to mentoring, coaching and developing staff while creating a culture of continuous learning, innovation and excellence.
If you are a motivated and influential leader ready to shape the future of perioperative services while making a meaningful impact on patients, staff and the broader organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
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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Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience or a combination of study and experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD.
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Demonstrated senior nursing leadership and service management experience in a relevant clinical setting.
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Proven ability to manage workforce, financial and physical resources to deliver safe, high-quality, culturally responsive care.
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Demonstrated effective communication, multidisciplinary collaboration, conflict resolution and performance management skills.
Demonstrated critical thinking and experience in evidence-based practice, risk management, work health and safety, and quality improvement.
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
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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