Nurse Unit Manager - Perioperative

Lead the future of perioperative services at Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS). We're seeking an accomplished perioperative leader to guide a skilled multidisciplinary team, champion excellence in patient care and shape the ongoing growth of Surgical Services. Enjoy a rewarding leadership role, a supportive executive team, and the work-life balance of a Monday to Friday schedule with no shift work.

The Contract: Ongoing, Full Time | 80 hours per fortnight

The Position:

As the Perioperative Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide strategic, clinical and operational leadership across the Operating Suite, Day Procedure Unit and Central Sterile Services Department. Leading a highly skilled team of nurses and technicians, you will drive exceptional patient-centred care, workforce engagement, service innovation and operational excellence while contributing to the strategic direction of Surgical Services. This is a rare opportunity to influence healthcare delivery, build team capability and make a lasting impact on patient outcomes across East Gippsland.

The ideal applicant will demonstrate:

• Current AHPRA registration with a postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing.
• Significant perioperative nursing experience, including experience in a senior leadership or management role.
• Proven ability to lead, develop and inspire multidisciplinary teams while driving service improvement and clinical excellence.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary perioperative practice, clinical governance, quality improvement and workforce management.

Please view the full key selection criteria in the Position Description here.

Why Should you Apply:

• Enjoy a full-time Monday to Friday leadership role with no shift work.
• Lead a high-performing perioperative service backed by a supportive and skilled leadership team.
• Influence service development, workforce growth and future surgical service delivery.
• Access extensive salary packaging to maximise your take-home pay.
• Enjoy an outstanding East Gippsland lifestyle with easy access to beaches, lakes and national parks.

Applications close: Tuesday 15th September 2026

Ready to make a difference? For more information contact:

Jennifer Bugbird, Deputy Director Nursing Surgical & Ambulatory Care on 03 5150 3408.

Applications are to include:

• Cover letter 
• Resume (including two professional referees)

• Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description)

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region. Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS. 

All appointments are subject to the below requirements.  Successful applicants are unable to commence until these have been provided: 

• Satisfactory Police Record Check 
• Immunisation Status Clearance 
• Working with Children Check

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At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve.  We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported.  Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at people.culture@brhs.com.au

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