Nurse Unit Manager (Lvl 2) - Respiratory Medicine - Perm FT
Requisition ID: REQ650520
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $137,104.41 per annum
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 12/04/26
Contact: Kelly Paddock - Operational Nurse Manager on Kelly.Paddock@invalidemail.com
Step into a pivotal leadership role where compassionate care, effective teamwork, and high‑quality clinical standards come together to create healthier communities.
Achieve Something Great
Lead a high‑performing Respiratory Ward and specialised Acute NIV service, driving excellence in clinical care, team leadership, and service improvement within a complex acute care environment.
In this role, you will:
- Provide operational and strategic leadership across a busy, high‑acuity respiratory inpatient unit.
- Oversee clinical governance and safety standards, including the delivery of acute NIV care.
- Lead, mentor and support multidisciplinary teams to enhance capability, engagement and performance.
- Drive service innovation, quality improvement and resource optimisation to achieve outstanding outcomes.
- Foster a positive workplace culture aligned with SWSLHD values and the vision for compassionate, patient‑centred care.
Are You the Right Fit?
You’ll be the right fit for this leadership role if you bring strong clinical expertise, confident decision‑making, and a passion for driving high‑quality respiratory care.
You will stand out if you have:
- Extensive experience in respiratory and acute care nursing, including managing high‑acuity patients and supporting safe NIV delivery.
- Proven leadership capability at a senior nursing level, with the ability to guide, influence, and develop a high‑performing team.
- Well‑developed decision‑making, problem‑solving and organisational skills to lead effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
- A commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and ongoing quality improvement across the service.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build engagement, manage change, and foster a respectful, inclusive team culture.
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.
- Can you share a specific example from your career where you successfully led and managed a team in a high-acuity respiratory or acute medical environment and, explain how those experiences have shaped your interest in stepping into this Nurse Unit Manager role overseeing a Respiratory ward within an Acute NIV service?
- Can you describe a time when you had to balance patient safety, staffing challenges, and high patient acuity, what strategies did you use to optimise outcomes?
What initiatives would you prioritise to enhance quality improvement and service growth in a specialised Respiratory ward, including Acute NIV services?
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@invalidemail.com
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@invalidemail.com. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
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
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
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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