A new opportunity is available for a Clinical Coordinator - Orthopaedics to join the leadership team on a permanent full-time basis at a private hospital in Sydney. This role is ideal for a leader who wants to make a genuine difference and support patients to return to their best life, through our best care.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Clinical Coordinator Orthopaedics, you will work in close partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager to provide clinical leadership across a 55‑bed Orthopaedic Ward. This role offers a meaningful leadership pathway, including opportunities to act in the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) role during periods of planned and unplanned NUM leave, supporting your leadership growth and succession development.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading day-to-day clinical operations to ensure safe, high-quality, individualised care;
- Supporting efficient patient flow and the Orthopaedic Outreach Model of Care;
- Providing visible, calm, and supportive leadership on the ward;
- Coaching, mentoring, and developing team members to perform at their best;
- Championing a positive and inclusive culture;
- Building strong, collaborative partnerships with VMOs and Allied Health Team;
- Driving quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient, team, and doctor experience;
- Stepping into the Acting Nurse Unit Manager responsibilities as required, maintaining continuity and stability of leadership.
REQUIREMENTS
- Current AHPRA registration;
- Minimum 4 years' experience in Orthopaedic Nursing;
- A strong commitment to exceptional patient experience and individualised care;
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate and lead clinical teams;
- Confidence supporting patient flow and operational efficiency;
- Proven, respectful partnerships with doctors and multidisciplinary teams;
- Advanced communication skills: calm, clear, and solution‑focused;
- A proactive approach to quality improvement, safety, and service excellence;
- Commitment to ongoing professional development;
- Availability to work Monday to Friday morning shifts;
- Relevant postgraduate qualification or willingness to work towards (desirable).
BENEFITS
- Supportive leadership and access to development opportunities;
- A workplace culture built on kindness, accountability, and teamwork;
- The opportunity to live our promise every day: Your Best Life, Our Best Care;
- Access to the Fitness Passport program, supporting your health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.
ABOUT THE FACILITY
The hospital, located in Sydney, is one of the largest private hospitals in NSW, providing an extensive range of surgical and medical services. The Operating Theatre complex has 16 theatres, 32 first-stage recovery bays, and an additional 32 second-stage chairs. The specialties include General (including laparoscopic), Colorectal, Bariatric, Orthopaedic, Cardiothoracic, ENT, Plastics, Paediatric, Oral & Dental Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Ophthalmic, Gastroenterology, Neurosurgery, Urology, and Vascular surgery.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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