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About the Role

We’re excited to offer this outstanding opportunity to join our team as aNurse Manager – Perioperative Services at Moorabbin Hospitalon a full time, fixed-term 12-month contract.

This is a key senior nursing leadership role responsible for the operational and clinical management of six operating theatres and one procedure room across two levels. Working in a dynamic and fast-paced perioperative environment, you will provide visible clinical leadership and ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care across the service.

Reporting to the Operations Manager Perioperative Services - MCH, MMC and Moorabbin,



the Nurse Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the operating theatres, including patient flow, theatre utilisation, workforce management, resource allocation, clinical governance and staff development.

You will work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, nursing and allied health teams, support services and other key stakeholders to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of perioperative services.

This role requires a committed, adaptable and experienced leader who is comfortable working in a complex environment and can respond quickly and effectively to changing clinical and operational priorities.

About the Service

Our Moorabbin perioperative service comprises six operating theatres and one procedure room across two levels, supporting a diverse range of planned surgical activity.

We are committed to delivering safe, high-quality and efficient perioperative care while creating a positive experience for patients, families and staff.

Our teams work collaboratively across the perioperative environment, with a solid focus on clinical excellence, patient safety, effective theatre utilisation, workforce development and continuous improvement.

About You

As an accomplished nursing leader, you will have a genuine passion for perioperative nursing and a proven track record of clinical and operational leadership.





You will be a visible and approachable leader who can inspire and support a multidisciplinary team while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety, quality and service delivery.

You will demonstrate the ability to effectively manage competing priorities, optimise theatre utilisation and respond to changing operational demands in a complex and fast-paced environment.

You communicate effectively, build strong relationships and engage confidently with staff, medical practitioners and key stakeholders at all levels.

You will bring:

- Demonstrated clinical and operational leadership experience within an operating theatre environment
- Proven experience leading and managing a large multidisciplinary team
- Strong understanding of theatre operations, patient flow and theatre utilisation
- Excellent communication, negotiation, influencing and relationship-building skills
- Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to changing circumstances
- A commitment to evidence-based practice, clinical governance and continuous improvement
- Demonstrated experience in staff development, mentoring, performance management and succession planning
- Strong financial, workforce and resource management capabilities
- A high level of proficiency with relevant technology and clinical information systems
- A genuine commitment to supporting colleagues and developing a high-performing team
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and further study

What You Need

- Current registration
- Demonstrated op

📌 Nurse Manager, Perioperative Ops – Moorabbin (Melbourne)
🏢 Monash Health
📍 Melbourne