Nurse Unit Manager

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An opportunity currently exists for a qualified and experienced Nurse Unit Manager with strong management and leadership qualities to lead a dedicated, highly qualified and professional team at Pindara Private Hospital.

The Role

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Clinical Services, this role forms a key part of the Management team accountable for the efficient and effective operation of the 25 bed ward and 4 bed Close Observation unit for Neurosurgery and Breast Care Patients.

This is a permanent part-time role with minimum 9 or 10 shifts contracted hours of 68.4 – 76 hours per fortnight.

The Nurse Unit Manager is responsible for:

• Shaping organisational strategy, improving procedural service provision and achieving departmental and Hospital strategic objectives
• Working with and support other managers in achieving excellence in care delivery in line with best practices and legislative requirements
• Overseeing the efficient and effective management of all human and material resources within the department
• Plan, implement and evaluate practices, processes and services within the unit

About You

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Holding or working towards a tertiary management qualification
• Clinical skills and experience within Neurosurgery and management of Breast Care Patients
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
• Demonstrated management and decision-making skills, and previous experience in a management position
• Excellent customer service skills, work ethic, and time management skills
• Ability to effectively plan and manage financial, human and material resources
• Continuous improvement capabilities including planning, developing, implementing and evaluating a continuous improvement program
• Capacity to apply research findings to clinical practice
• Sound computer skills

What's in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you'll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

About Us

Pindara Private Hospital is an acute medical/surgical and maternity hospital serving the northern end of the Gold Coast. We have been a leading healthcare provider for this community for more than 50 years.

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with 72 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of 'People Caring for People' since 1964.

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Leigh Lambert – Assistant Director of Clinical Services

Email: lambertl@ramsayhealth.com.au

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