Nurse Unit Manager (Lvl 3) - Banks House Inpatient Mental Health Unit - Perm FT
Requisition ID: REQ691207
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time,38 hours per week
Remuneration: $154,876.43 per annum+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Bankstown Inpatient Mental Health Service
Applications close: 20/09/2026
Contact: Natalie Vella, on Natalie.Vella@health.nsw.gov.au / 0434 070 073
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.
Achieve Something Great
SWSLHD Mental Health Service is recruiting for a Nurse Unit Manager (Level 3) position to complement and enhance the Banks House Acute Mental Health Unit located on the grounds of Bankstown Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and collaborative multidisciplinary team with a strong commitment to safety, consumer advocacy and recovery focused mental health care. As the NUM3, you will have the opportunity to provide expert nursing clinical and managerial leadership in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives and innovative models of care that is inclusive of family and/or carers in supporting each consumer towards their recovery.
The Nursing Unit Manager (NUM) is in-charge of all aspects of the unit environment and takes overall responsibility for the standard of patient care in the unit. The NUM is pivotal to the coordination of patient care, unit management and leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care and efficient use of resources. South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, healthier communities. All staff are expected to act as an appropriate and effective role models, promoting a culture that supports practices that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment through demonstrated behaviours and interactions with patients, clients and employees.
Are You the Right Fit?
The candidate would be a suitable fit for the advertised position if they hold current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and have an approved postgraduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing, or other qualifications and experience deemed appropriate by the organisation. The candidate should demonstrate strong expertise in mental health nursing, including the ability to provide safe, compassionate, culturally responsive and evidence-based care, together with a high level of critical thinking and clinical decision-making. They should also demonstrate strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders, and a sound understanding of clinical governance, ethical practice and confidentiality. The role requires a high level of emotional intelligence, including empathy, self-awareness and the ability to manage sensitive situations calmly and professionally, as well as resilience and composure when working in high-stress or crisis situations. Leadership capability, the ability to lead by example, inspire confidence and support best-practice mental health care are also essential to the role.
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 tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience or a combination of study and experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD
- Describe a time when you led a mental health unit through a period of high demand or significant operational change. How did you manage staffing, patient flow, and available resources to maintain safe, high-quality patient care while meeting service demands? What were the outcomes of your actions?
Provide an example of a quality, safety, or performance issue you identified within a team you have led. Describe how you used critical thinking to manage the situation, address any staff or stakeholder concerns , implement improvements, and evaluate the outcome.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
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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
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
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. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. 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.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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