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Add expected salary to your profile for insights Position Title: Nurse Unit Manager-TheatreClassification: NM11Department: Perioperative Services Applications Open: 17/12/2025 About Bass Coast Health: On 1 January 2026 five health services (Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service) will come together to create Bayside Health. A newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians. The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health. About the Role-Permanent, Full Time 80 Hours Per Week, from 9th February 2026 working From Phillip Island Community Hospital Bass Coast Health is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nurse Unit Manager to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to your community while working in a supportive and innovative organisation. Please see Position Description Below for more about the role: At Bass Coast Health, we recognise and value our staff. When you join us, you''ll enjoy a range of benefits, including: Free onsite car and bike parking Salary packaging and novated leasing through Maxxia Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Petrol discounts at a local service station Onsite accommodation (where applicable) Health and wellbeing initiatives Discounted gym memberships at a local fitness centre Flexible working arrangements (where applicable) Be part of a workplace that supports your wellbeing and growth. Mandatory Requirements Entitlement to work within Australia A Police Check that is current and within 12 months of the issue date Provision of valid Working with Children Check Provision of an NDIS Worker Screening Check Seasonal influenza vaccination of healthcare workers in accordance with Secretary, Department of Health Directions A current registration with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia (AHPRA). Relevant post graduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing and/or Management or significant recent post-registration experience. Minimum 4 years post registration peri-op experience across scrub/scout, anaesthetics, and PACU, with demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and practice The willingness and capacity to embrace the Mission and Values of Bass Coast Health. Demonstrated excellent communication and multidisciplinary team building in the health care setting. Has demonstrated ability to develop professional relationships with medical practitioners, health professionals and others both internally and through external networks. The ability to demonstrate leadership skills in accordance with the BCH Leadership Profile. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant acts, codes and standards that governoperative practice. A commitment to undertake nursing/midwifery and other clinical projects that are implemented in order to improve patient care. Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to plan, assess and develop team and individual performance. Evidences knowledge and experience in the application of continuous quality improvement principles. DESIRABLE: Has demonstrated experience in hospital accreditation processes. Can demonstrate a risk management approach to managing workplace health and safety. Is able to evidence high level computer literacy. How to Apply To apply, please submit your application via Seek including A current resume A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact the HR department at (03) 5671 3151 Unlock job insights Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check? Do you have a current nursing registration from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Bass Coast Health (BCH) is the major public healthcare provider within the Bass Coast Shire in South Gippsland. It is an integrated health service providing a range of acute, sub-acute, ancillary medical, aged and ambulatory care services. BCH is fully accredited by the Australian Council on Health Care Standards (ACHS) and is equipped to offer a broad range of specialist medical, surgical and obstetric services including orthopaedics, ophthalmology, gynaecology, paediatrics, urology and rehabilitation. Bass Coast Health (BCH) is the major public healthcare provider within the Bass Coast Shire in South Gippsland. It is an integrated health service providing a range of acute, sub-acute, ancillary medical, aged and ambulatory care services. BCH is fully accredited by the Australian Council on Health Care Standards (ACHS) and is equipped to offer a broad range of specialist medical, surgical and obstetric services including orthopaedics, ophthalmology, gynaecology, paediatrics, urology and rehabilitation. #J-18808-Ljbffr