Nurse Unit Manager

2 days ago


Port Pirie South Australia SA Health - Yorke and Northern Local Health Network Full time $1,251,830 - $1,307,790 per year
  • Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Port Pirie Regional Health Service, Hammill House
  • Salary: RN/RM3 $125,183 - $130,779 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation + leave Loading & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
  • Ongoing full time (temporary contract can be negotiated)
  • Flexible working hours can be negotiated, roster will be Monday to Friday
  • Accommodation can be arranged if required

Drive Change, Inspire Teams, and Deliver Quality Aged Care

Looking to lead with purpose in aged care? At Hammill House, part of Port Pirie Regional Health Service, we're seeking a dynamic Nurse Unit Manager – Aged Care to champion quality care and lead a passionate multidisciplinary team. This is your opportunity to create meaningful impact in the lives of residents, staff and the broader community.

As the pivotal leader within our residential aged care team, you'll drive excellence in clinical care, manage resources effectively, and embed a culture of safety, compassion and continuous improvement—all aligned with the Aged Care Quality Standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team
  • Oversee clinical care delivery, documentation and risk management
  • Drive quality improvement, safety, and compliance
  • Foster collaboration across internal teams and external partners
  • Champion consumer engagement and family-centred care
  • Manage resources, recruitment, rostering and staff development
What We're Looking For
  • Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
  • At least 3 years' post-registration nursing experience
  • Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
  • Proven experience in aged care and team supervision
  • Knowledge of aged care legislation, standards and reporting
  • Tech-savvy with systems like LeeCare and Microsoft Office

Ready to make a difference where it matters most?

Join a supportive regional network where your leadership will shape lives, services, and the future of aged care.

Why work for us?

A career in the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network offers many great lifestyle benefits, including diverse job prospects and the opportunity to fast track your skills and career, not to mention your choice of scenery from farm, ocean, vineyards and the Southern Flinders ranges. View the below videos for more information about working for Yorke and Northern Local Health Network

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Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.  Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here.  For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

  • DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • NDIS Worker Screening
  • National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
  • Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 907542

Enquiries

Vanessa Watson

Position: CenSTaR Administration Officer

Phone:

E-mail:

Application Closing Date

30 October week close PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

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