Nurse Unit Manager

6 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Ramsay Health Care Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and motivated
Nurse Unit Manager – Theatres
to lead our perioperative team at
Cairns Private Hospital
. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the management of our operating theatres, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care.

You will work closely with the Assistant Director of Clinical Services – Procedural, while leading a skilled nursing team, supporting clinical decision-making, and driving service excellence.

What You'll Do

  • Lead and support theatre staff to deliver safe, patient-centred care.
  • Oversee daily operations, including theatre bookings, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, accreditation, and governance standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement and quality initiatives across the department.
  • Mentor and develop staff through education, orientation, and professional support.
  • Build strong relationships with VMOs, patients, and stakeholders.

About You
You are a confident and collaborative leader with strong perioperative expertise and a passion for patient care.

You will have:

  • Current AHPRA registration.
  • Minimum 5 years' postgraduate experience in an acute care environment.
  • Demonstrated perioperative nursing experience.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support teams.
  • Experience with rostering and resource management.

Highly regarded:

  • Postgraduate qualifications in perioperative nursing, management, or leadership.
  • Previous experience in a senior leadership or management role.

Remuneration
A base hourly rate ranging from
$ $71.24
+ superannuation based on relevant experience and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (QLD NUM/MUM level 1 – 4).

About Us
Cairns Private Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 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.

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.

Requirements

  • Must provide aNational 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 Julie Mellick, Assistant Director of Clinical Services at

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available

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