Lead a specialised Neurology nursing team at Westmead Hospital

Drive exceptional patient outcomes in a dynamic acute care setting

Shape workforce excellence through leadership, innovation and growth

Lead high-performing teams, manage patient flow and deliver outstanding neurological care while building a culture of excellence, safety and innovation.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $150,816.93 per annum
Hours Per Week:38
Location:Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working
Join one of Australia's leading tertiary referral hospitals and play a pivotal leadership role within the Neurology service at Westmead Hospital. Renowned for clinical excellence, innovation and patient-centred care, Westmead Hospital offers a collaborative environment where nursing leaders are empowered to influence service delivery, support professional development and drive continuous improvement.

As part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while contributing to the future of neurological nursing care.

Work within a leading tertiary and teaching hospital in Western Sydney

Lead a dedicated and highly skilled Neurology nursing workforce

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams focused on exceptional patient care

Access ongoing leadership, education and professional development opportunities

Be part of a culture that values innovation, respect, teamwork and excellence

What you'll be doing
As the Nurse Unit Manager, Neurology,



you will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care. You will be responsible for coordinating clinical services, managing resources, supporting staff development and maintaining efficient ward operations in a busy specialty setting.

Lead, direct and coordinate patient care within the Neurology unit

Manage nursing staff, workforce planning, patient flow and resource allocation

Ensure safe, evidence-based nursing practice and high standards of clinical care

Foster a positive team culture through mentoring, coaching and professional development

Drive quality improvement, innovation and efficient ward management within budget

Registration: Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) (NSW Registered Nurse – Division 1)

Selection Criteria

Relevant tertiary qualifications in management and/or specialty, or working towards attainment in same, or extensive management experience in the field that demonstrates ability to perform the role.

Recent relevant clinical and management experience deemed appropriate by WSLHD





Demonstrated recent experience and understanding of financial management and accountabilities in relation to stock and effective budget utilisation.

Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to patient care

Demonstrated ability to lead change that results in sustained improvements in patient care, throughput and resource utilisation.

Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated conflict resolution experience.

Requisition ID: REQ682109
Applications Close:23rd September 2026

Need more information ?

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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📌 Nurse Unit Manager Neurology (New South Wales)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 New South Wales