Located in the centre of the Nepean Health Precinct

About us

Somerset Private Hospital opened its doors in August 2021 and due to increased demand we are growing our workforce. The hospital is furnished with the latest technology and equipment to provide specialty services to both adult and paediatric patients. Specialties include Plastics & Reconstructive surgery, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Dental, Gynaecology and Oral & Maxillofacial surgery.

Somerset Private is part of the Cura Day Hospital group which currently operates 39 hospitals in Australia. We want to attract the best, the brightest and the most passionate people to our facility.Our goal is to become an employer of choice in the region offering our employees a working culture basedon respect, empowerment and best clinical practice. We offer a supportive environment and are committed to our employees ongoing education and career development.

About the role

We're looking for an experienced perioperative nurse with a strong Scrub/Scout background. Ideally, the successful candidate will have demonstrated experience as a Nurse Unit Manager or have strong clinical leadership experience in a Floor Coordinator role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Floor Coordinator looking to take the next step into a leadership role.

As Nurse Unit Manager, you will lead our perioperative team, mentor and support staff development, drive theatre efficiency, and play a key role in delivering outstanding patient care within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key experience we're seeking includes:

- Scrub/Scout nursing experience
- Demonstrated NUM or clinical leadership experience
- Experience across Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Plastics, Dental and Ophthalmology
- Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills

Essential Skills and Qualifications

- Registration with AHPRA




- A minimum 5 years Perioperative Experience.
- Previous experience in a NUM role
- Working knowledge of Industrial Relations Acts, regulations and other relevant statutory obligations
- Knowledge of the regulation of health care professionals
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 Accreditation
- Understanding of contemporary clinical practice
- Knowledge of the ANMC Competency standards for Registered Nurses
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- National Criminal Record Check
- Working with Children Check

Please note all applicants must currently possess the right to work in Australia

Cura Day Hospitals Group offers excellent career opportunities for nurses, health professionals, support staff and managers. As the market leading day hospital group, a career with Cura Day Hospitals Group is not only rewarding, but also offers great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement.

We believe our people are our most important asset. As part of our dedication to staff development and well-being, we promote a range of initiatives to support our employees including education and training and providing access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness & Wellbeing Program. Cura employees also have access to salary packaging for novated leasing as well as a range of discounts and benefits through our rewards program.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

Interviews will be undertaken as suitable candidates are identified as meeting the criteria for interview. Please note only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

For further information please contact:

CEO / Director of Nursing

********@somersetprivate.com.au

Phone: 0***

For more information about Somerset Private Hospital, please visit our website:

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📌 Nurse Unit Manager - Theatres (Kingswood)
🏢 Cura Day Hospitals Group
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