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Nurse Unit Manager – Theatre Department | Orange

Nurse Unit Manager – Theatre Department | Orange

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Salary: $6 - $8 PerHour

Salary: $7 - $4 PerHour

Posted: 2025-12-15

Reference: 1637715

An exciting new leadership opportunity has opened for a suitable candidate with extensive experience to lead the Theatres Department Team across 8 state-of-the-art operating theatres and a diverse surgical portfolio across orthopaedics, neurosurgery, paediatrics, gynae, urology, general surgery and ophthalmology at a private hospital located in Orange. 

POSITION OVERVIEW
As the NUM, you will be taking on a key leadership role within the unit, supported by a cohesive and dedicated team of Theatre Floor Managers, Registered and Enrolled Nurses, and Support and Administrative staff.

A significant part of the NUM role is to effectively lead your team, ensuring staff are equipped to perform their roles to the highest standards within a safe and collaborative environment. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Theatre Department.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
As the successful candidate, you will possess:
  • Current registration with AHPRA;
  • Minimum of five years' experience in an acute hospital environment essential;
  • Demonstrate experience in a leadership or management role;
  • Experience and knowledge with theatre, anaesthetics and recovery requirements;
  • Proven ability to effectively plan and manage financial, human and material resources;
  • Ability to apply research findings to clinical practice;
  • Post Graduate Qualifications in Perioperative Nursing and or Health/Business and/or Management (desirable).

BENEFITS

The hospital offers great employee benefits, including:
  • No night duty requirements;
  • Flexible work opportunities;
  • Counselling, wellbeing services, legal and financial assistance;
  • Flexible Leave Program;
  • Free access to LinkedIn learning;
  • Recognition programs and employee referral bonuses;
  • Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts;
  • Salary sacrifice opportunities, e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing, and more.

REMUNERATION

A base hourly rate ranging from $68.49 - $73.68 + superannuation + applicable penalty rates, based on experience level and qualifications.

ABOUT THE FACILITY
The hospital, located in Orange, is a 62-bed facility that provides a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, rehabilitation, and psychiatric services. The hospital has 5 Operating Theatres. Apart from general medical and surgical beds, there are 17 licensed rehabilitation beds and a 13-bed mental health unit.

APPLICATION PROCESS
If this aligns with what you're looking for, click "APPLY" to send in your application - attaching your most up-to-date CV. It is that easy! Alternatively, you can send your CV directly to info@ihrgroup.com.au.

And if this particular role isn't quite right, be sure to explore the array of other openings on our website at www.ihrgroup.com.au.
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