Theatre Nurse Unit Manager Permanent

Nurse Unit Manager - Theatre

Lead high-performing perioperative teams and drive excellence in patient care

Medacs is partnering with a hospital based 2 hours from Melbourne city centre. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Nurse Unit Manager - Theatre to lead their Operating Suite and deliver exceptional clinical and operational outcomes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a strong leader to influence patient care, drive service improvement and build a high-performing multidisciplinary team.

About the Role

As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will take full accountability for the leadership and day-to-day operations of the theatre department. You'll ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care while meeting key performance and financial targets.

You will play a critical role in shaping service delivery, leading teams through change, and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement and clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all operational aspects of the Operating Suite
• Drive safe, efficient and patient-centred care delivery
• Oversee workforce planning, including recruitment, rostering and performance management
• Manage budget, KPIs and service performance targets
• Optimise patient flow and theatre utilisation
• Lead quality, safety and risk management initiatives
• Support clinical governance, policy implementation and compliance standards
• Foster a positive team culture focused on staff wellbeing and professional development
• Manage complaints and stakeholder relationships with professionalism and care
• Provide clinical support when operationally required.

About You

• Proven leadership experience within perioperative services
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement
• Solid financial and operational management capability
• Commitment to quality, safety and patient outcomes
• A collaborative approach with a focus on team culture and development

Essential Requirements

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA or ability to obtain
• Relevant tertiary qualification in nursing
• Postgraduate qualification in a related specialty (or working towards)
• Minimum 5 years' clinical experience, including leadership exposure
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

What's in it for you

• Competitive salary
• Sponsorship and relocation assistance