Southern Highlands Private Hospital is a part of the Ramsay Health Care Group, providing high-quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom.
Job DescriptionThe Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) for the Operating Theatres provides strategic and operational leadership, overseeing the clinical governance, financial & resource management as well as the staffing requirements for our operating theatres. The Operating Theatre NUM fosters a collaborative multidisciplinary culture to maintain high-quality patient and surgical outcomes as well operational efficiency.
You will work closely with the clinical team to ensure efficient management of staff and resources, with the overall goal of ensuring excellence in care delivery in line with policies, procedures & best practice. Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services you will be leading a passionate team of nurses and clinical support staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Accountable for the clinical, operational and professional leadership of the Operating Theatres
- Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and optimal clinical outcomes
- Plan, implement & evaluate practices, processes and services in line with Ramsay health care standards, legislative requirements & best practice.
About You
To succeed in this role, you must display strong clinical knowledge and competence within the perioperative environment, with a background in Anaesthetic or Instrument nursing. You will thrive in a complex and demanding environment and be able to work collaboratively with medical, nursing and executive colleagues. You will strive for continuous improvement, quality and safety initiatives, workforce management and effective resource utilisation to achieve excellence in care delivery.
You will bring:
- Relevant qualifications and Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum five 5 years’ postgraduate experience in the perioperative setting
- Demonstrated experience in leading and managing teams with a proven ability to drive operational efficiency and foster a culture of excellence
- Clinical Leadership and Management post graduate specialty qualifications will be highly regarded
- Experience managing clinical staff recruitment, rostering and performance management
- Exceptional communication skills with an ability to engage, influence and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including clinical teams, management and patients, ensuring clear understanding and alignment of objectives.
What’s in it for You
At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:
- Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
- Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
- Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
- Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
- Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.
Why Join Ramsay
At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:
- Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
- A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
- A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
- Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
- Ramsay will require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
Apply Now
Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Southern Highlands Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online.
Close Date: 10.07.2026
Reference number: JR113771
Please Note:
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.
Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Skills Required
- Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Relevant nursing qualifications
- Minimum five years postgraduate experience in perioperative setting
- Background in Anaesthetic or Instrument nursing
- Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams
- Experience managing clinical staff recruitment, rostering and performance management
- Clinical leadership and management postgraduate specialty qualifications
- National Police Check (within previous 12 months) or willingness to provide/complete
- Working-With-Children check
- Proof of immunisation against infectious diseases
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
What We Do
Ramsay Health Care is a leading multinational healthcare provider and hospital network operating globally. It manages a comprehensive network of private hospitals, clinics, and mental health facilities across multiple countries, including Australia and the UK. The company is dedicated to providing a wide range of high-quality integrated health services and exceptional patient care through its extensive network of medical facilities.
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