Nurse Unit Manager

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic manager to join our leadership team at Mater Private Hospital Brisbane. You will be the Nurse Unit Manager of a newly formed Neuro/Cardiac stepdown ward.

This is a unique full-time and permanent opportunity. We are very open to applications from driven, emerging leaders with Cardiac experience A good understanding of public and private health care will be an advantage.

The 22 bed ward will consist of patients stepping down from our Coronary Care Unit as well as Neurology and Neurosurgical patients.

Salary range: $71.42 - $76.80 per hour plus 12% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits

What you’ll be doing

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

- Management of the Neuro/cardiac stepdown ward
- Identifying and implementing opportunities for clinical service development and improvement in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Clinical Services
- Developing, improving and monitoring systems and processes to ensure service is managed effectively and efficiently
- Professional line management of the nursing team
- Leading by example to provide high level clinical care for our patients
- Utilising expert level communication strategies to guide the team in achieving the unit’s goals

This specialist team will see you managing a newly established team, so you will need the ability to work with a diverse range of people in a new ward.

About you

You will be a strong and engaging leader who drives innovation in your field; using evidence-based research to suggest new ways of doing things and take a positive and adaptive approach to embedding change.

Your broad understanding of both private and public health sectors, and your ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships, provides you with a foundation to grow your business in line with the strategic vision of the organisation.

In addition, you will also possess:

- Relevant registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Extensive experience as a cardiac/neuro Nurse with knowledge of ACORN Standards
- Previous experience as a Nurse Unit Manager in a similar environment
- Experience in managing budget and KPIs
- Experience with enhancing team performance, inspiring and motivating others
- Post-graduate qualifications in management/specialty area
- You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with growing a service

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on 30 September 2025. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.

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