Nurse Unit Manager

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Randstad - Healthcare Full time $125,000 - $130,000 per year
Ready to Lead? Take the Helm as Nurse Unit Manager in the Beautiful Riverland Mallee Coorong Region.

This is your chance to be the clinical powerhouse-leading our diverse team, setting the standard for exceptional care, and building a fantastic workplace culture. You won't just manage; you'll inspire, innovate, and ensure every patient gets the best outcome.

Your Mission: Lead, Innovate, and Excel

In this high-impact role, you'll be the ultimate driver of unit success. Your key missions will be to:

  • Own Clinical & Cultural Excellence: Champion best practice and consumer dignity while actively fostering a strong, collaborative work culture.
  • Master Operations & Resources: Provide dynamic, hands-on leadership, using sharp judgment to master resource management, rostering, and day-to-day operations for optimal clinical and commercial outcomes.
  • Drive Quality & Compliance: Spotlight improvement opportunities, ensure flawless documentation, and guarantee ironclad compliance with all safety, accreditation, and licencing requirements.
  • Develop Your Team: Mentor and empower your nursing staff, guiding them toward high standards of performance and professional growth.
About You: The Heart of Our Community Care

We're searching for a leader passionate about their community, dedicated to excellence, and ready to take the reins of a diverse, integrated health service.

  • The Leader We Need: You are a Community Catalyst and Clinical Captain-a decisive leader with expertise across diverse settings (Acute, Aged Care, etc.). You are personally accountable for exceptional care and thrive on translating best practice into consistent, high-quality outcomes.
  • Your Essential Toolkit: You bring Current AHPRA Registration, significant leadership experience (including astute resource management in mixed-service environments), and a strong, practical understanding of NSQHS standards and clinical governance.
What's in it for You: Regional SA MPS Perks

We offer more than a job-we offer a lifestyle and financial advantages unique to regional SA Health:

  • Experience the Riverland Mallee Coorong: Enjoy a relaxed Regional Lifestyle with short commutes, affordable living, and unparalleled access to the Murray River, natural parks, and vibrant local communities.
  • Exceptional Compensation: A Competitive Salary (approx. $125k-$130k p.a.) coupled with Attractive Regional Allowances that significantly boost your take-home pay. Plus, generous Salary Packaging and 11% Superannuation.
  • Relocation & Support: Financial Relocation Support and up to 3 months of Accommodation Support to make your transition seamless.
  • Career & Autonomy: High Autonomy in a diverse MPS Role (Acute, Aged Care, Community) with Direct Community Impact and excellent Professional Development benefits.
How to apply

Simply submit your CV today or contact us directly:

  • Telephone:
  • Email:
  • Ask for Kelly or Paige.

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