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Join our team and be part of something bigger.
At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are redefining cancer care with a singular focus – to transform the lives of people affected by cancer. Central to this is our mission, to minimise the burden of cancer by providing integrated expert care, delivered with compassion, and founded on research, innovation, education and training.

Nurse Unit Manager Medical Ward - 9N
- 492354
- Clinical – Nursing
- Full time
- Closing on: Jul 16 2025
Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is an independent not for profit private hospital situated in central Sydney, one of Australia’s 2 dedicated comprehensive cancer centres. The primary purpose of our organization to improving the lives of people affected by cancer.
Our people foster a culture of expertise, learning, technology and research where patients are at the heart of everything we do. Our nurses pride themselves on being compassionate, professional & accountable for their practice and work in collaboration with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.
About the Role
This leadership position is responsible for the daily operational management of 24 bed ward and an established nursing team. The unit undertakes in patient chemotherapy, acute symptom management and palliative care. The unit is supported by a clinical nurse educator, specialist nurses and palliative care team
Essential Skills and Qualifications
- Working rights in Australia & Current APHRA registration.
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in oncology field.
- Relevant post graduate qualification.
- Prior management & leadership experience (private sector preferred).
- Leadership & Management qualifications (or plans to complete).
- Excellent communication skills and proven record of leadership of teams.
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- National Police Check (within the last 6 months or willingness to obtain)
- Compliance with Category A immunisation requirements
What’s on offer?
- A well established and high performing team.
- An attractive salary with not for profit benefits.
- Access to the COBL leadership development program.
- Access to the Clinical Supervision program
If you would like more information, please call Malita Moaven on (02) 8514 4016 for a confidential discussion.
Applications
Close 16 July 2025 – Interviews will be scheduled week commencing 21 July 2025
A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone
At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team and actively support, staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ communities, Indigenous staff, people living with disabilities, and people of all ages and faiths.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you meet the criteria and share our commitment to compassionate, expert cancer care, we encourage you to apply and become part of our Chris O’Brien Lifehouse community.
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