Nurse Unit Manager – Oncology | Taree, NSW Location: Taree, Mid North Coast NSW Work Type: Full-time, Permanent Take your oncology nursing leadership to a beautiful regional location! Taree, on the scenic Mid North Coast of NSW , offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle. Enjoy riverside living, access to pristine beaches, affordable housing, great schools, and a welcoming regional community — all just a few hours from Sydney. We’re seeking an experienced Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to lead an oncology nursing team in Taree, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. You’ll oversee daily operations, drive clinical excellence, and foster a culture of collaboration, safety, and professional growth. This is a rare opportunity to join a service expanding access to comprehensive cancer care — including chemotherapy, radiation, haematology, and clinical trials — while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of a regional coastal community. The Opportunity As the Nurse Unit Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring safe, evidence-based practice and operational efficiency within the oncology unit. You’ll lead a skilled nursing team, manage resources, and champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage nursing teams to deliver exceptional, patient-centred oncology care. Oversee daily operations, workforce planning, and resource allocation. Uphold compliance with national safety, clinical governance, and quality standards. Mentor, coach, and support professional development across the nursing team. Drive quality improvement, audit, and risk management initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, compassionate care. About You You are a confident and capable nurse leader with a passion for oncology and excellence in patient care. Essential Criteria: Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) . Postgraduate qualifications and ≥12 months’ oncology/haematology experience , or ≥4 years post-registration (including ≥3 years in a leadership or specialist role). Proven ability to lead teams, manage clinical operations, and deliver measurable outcomes. Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Demonstrated experience in clinical governance, quality, and risk management. Desirable: Experience in radiation therapy nursing. Knowledge of chemotherapy/immunotherapy credentialing (eviQ, ADAC). Membership of CNSA, COSA, or ACN. Why Taree & This Role Are Perfect for You Relocate to a scenic regional community with rivers, beaches, and outdoor lifestyle. Affordable housing and family-friendly environment. Join a modern, well-equipped facility with a supportive multidisciplinary team. Access career development, mentorship, and leadership growth opportunities . Make a meaningful difference to cancer care in a regional community. Apply Now If you’re an experienced oncology nurse leader looking for a career move with lifestyle benefits , we’d love to hear from you. Lead with compassion. Deliver excellence. Thrive in Taree. Reach out for a confidential chat – Stephen Piry on 0449 922 825 or stephen.piry@talentfocus.com.au
