Overview
Requisition ID: REQ641003
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until August 2026
Remuneration: $76.58 - $77.92 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Bowral & District Hospital
Applications close: 01/03/2026
Contact: Melissa Bell - Acting Director Nursing and Midwifery Services - Melissa.Bell1@health.nsw.gov.au or call on 0459 895 036
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we\'re enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Aim for excellence Take on a rewarding temporary full‐time opportunity at Bowral Hospital as an Operational Nurse Manager, where you'll lead a committed team of clinicians dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient‐centred care. In this dynamic and fast‐paced role, you will drive effective patient flow, support whole‐of‐health initiatives, and ensure safe, compassionate and efficient service delivery. Your leadership will inspire others, strengthen clinical practice, and foster a culture of accountability, professional growth and continuous improvement across the nursing team.
As a role model and mentor, you will use your strong communication and interpersonal skills to support, coach and develop staff while upholding the highest standards of nursing practice, legislation and professional codes. You'll take responsibility for guiding team performance, modelling NSW Health values and demonstrating the behaviours aligned with Transforming Your Experience and Leadership Strategies. This is your chance to influence positive change, drive operational excellence and contribute to high‐quality patient care within a thriving regional facility.
Are You the Right Fit?
You thrive in fast‐paced environments and bring energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for leading people. With strong critical thinking skills and exceptional attention to detail, you are confident in making informed decisions, coordinating complex workflows and supporting staff to deliver outstanding patient care.
If you're a motivated leader who enjoys driving improvement, supporting others and cultivating a positive, high‐performing culture, you may be exactly who we're looking for. Bring your commitment, leadership and operational confidence — and help us continue delivering excellence for the Bowral community.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
* Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Relevant post graduate qualifications or equivalent work experience or a combination of study and experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD.
* Demonstrated senior nursing experience with experience in leading staff and managing services in a relevant setting.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team and to represent the nursing service inside and outside the organisation.
* Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and manage conflicts and performance issues when they arise
* Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking to set goals, formulate plans and policies to achieve identified outcomes
* Demonstrated understanding and participation in the implementation of organisational change, risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement in the workplace.
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Position Information
* Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
* Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
* We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
* We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
* For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
* Financial Perks
o 12% superannuation
o Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
o Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
o One extra day off each month for full-time employees
* Work-Life Balance
o Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
o Paid maternity and parental leave
o Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
* Grow Your Career
o Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
* Health & Wellbeing
o Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
o Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
o Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
* Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
* Vaccination Requirements: All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
* Child Safe Employment: South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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