NUM Palliative Care / Rehabilitation - Maternity leave - Bulli Hospital

Be pivotal to the coordination of patient care, ward management and leadership of the professions of nursing and midwifery.

$150,816.94 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 19 March 2028 | Bulli District Hospital (BDH) | REQ699280 | Grade: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2 | Applications close: November 1, 2026

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

As a Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), you’ll be at the helm of our Palliative Care / Rehabilitation ward, ensuring high level care for our patients while fostering a supportive environment for our staff. You’ll oversee all clinical, administrative, and personnel functions within the unit, playing an essential role in maintaining the quality and efficiency of patient and staff services. Your responsibilities will include coordinating patient services, managing unit operations, and leading a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. You'll be the registered nurse in charge, bringing your expertise and leadership to guide the ward within our health service. If you're ready to make a significant impact and drive excellence in patient care and team management, we’d love to have you join our team!

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

Bulli Hospital provides inpatient, outpatient and allied health services, as well as the Urgent Care Centre, for the northern Illawarra. The Urgent Care Centre provides treatment for minor injury and illness. The nurse-led model of care enables patients to be seen and assessed by specialist nurses who, in consultation with medical teams, deliver treatment and management plans for patients.

Situated just a short drive from the stunning Bulli Beach and the scenic Illawarra Escarpment,



the hospital not only provides essential health services but also offers a tranquil and beautiful workplace for both patients and staff.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Essential requirements

- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current AHPRA Registration

This is a temporary parental leave relief position until 19 March 2028 with the possibility of an extension at same or reduced hours.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.

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📌 NUM Palliative Care / Rehabilitation - Maternity leave - Bulli Hospital (Wollongong)
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📍 Wollongong