An exciting prospect is available for an experienced Clinical Nurse Unit Manager – Anaesthetics to join a well-established private acute hospital in Melbourne.

This newly created leadership role will be responsible for the effective operational management of the operating theatre department, providing strong clinical leadership and supporting the delivery of high-quality perioperative care. Reporting to the Perioperative Services Manager, the successful candidate will lead the Anaesthetics specialty team and oversee the day-to-day management of theatre operations.

You will play a key role in workforce management, staff development, quality improvement, and maintaining excellence in clinical standards. Working collaboratively with Cath Lab, PACU, Day Surgery, Scrub and multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to a positive patient experience and efficient theatre performance.

What's on Offer

- Permanent full-time position with a 9-day fortnight roster
- Competitive salary package of $70.04/hr + superannuation
- Leadership prospect within a comprehensive perioperative service
- Supportive senior leadership team and collaborative work environment
- Prospect to influence operational improvements and staff development
- Work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams across theatre services

About You





- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Previous senior perioperative nursing leadership or management experience
- Strong experience within operating theatres, preferably in Scrub or Anaesthetics
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and support nursing teams
- Experience managing workforce requirements, labour hours, agency utilisation and performance indicators
- Strong understanding of ACORN Standards, ANZCA guidelines and ACHS National Standards
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and decision-making skills
- Proven ability to drive quality improvement initiatives and clinical excellence
- Full Australian working rights required

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Relocation assistance may be considered.

If this role is not suitable for you, we have multiple other nursing and leadership opportunities available. If you know someone who may be a good fit, we would also welcome your referral.

To apply or to discuss this opportunity further, please contact EJ on 0415 414 192 or email [email protected]. If this role is not suitable for you, we welcome you to get in touch to discuss other current vacancies. We also encourage you to contact us if you know someone who may be well suited to this role.

📌 Nurse Unit Manager - Anaesthetics | Permanent Role | Melbourne VIC
🏢 SustainHealth Recruitment
📍 Melbourne