" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eNurse Unit Manager - Anaesthetics | Permanent Role | Melbourne VIC\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19727\"\u003e Healthcare \u0026amp; Medicine \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19728\"\u003e Management \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19729\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19730\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 2/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003ePermanent Full-Time leadership opportunity (9-day fortnight)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive pay rates + penalties and super\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead a dynamic perioperative team within a large private acute hospital\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eClinical Nurse Unit Manager \u0026ndash; Anaesthetics\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;to join a well-established private acute hospital in Melbourne.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 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\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eAnaesthetics\u003c/strong\u003e specialty team and oversee the day-to-day management of theatre operations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s on Offer\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/em\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePermanent full-time position with a 9-day fortnight roster\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive salary package of $70.04/hr + superannuation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeadership opportunity within a comprehensive perioperative service\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupportive senior leadership team and collaborative work environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to influence operational improvements and staff development\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams across theatre services\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/span\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBachelor of Nursing\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious senior perioperative nursing leadership or management experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong experience within operating theatres, preferably in Scrub or Anaesthetics\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated ability to lead, mentor and support nursing teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience managing workforce requirements, labour hours, agency utilisation and performance indicators\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of ACORN Standards, ANZCA guidelines and ACHS National Standards\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication, stakeholder engagement and decision-making skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven ability to drive quality improvement initiatives and clinical excellence\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull Australian working rights required\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Relocation assistance may be considered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To apply or to discuss this opportunity further, please contact EJ on \u003cstrong\u003e0415 414 192 \u003c/strong\u003eor email \u003cstrong\u003eej@sustainhr.com.au\u003c/strong\u003e. 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. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2006748\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "