Nurse Unit Manager
2 days ago
Nurse Unit Manager - Oncology | Brisbane, QLD
Location: Brisbane, Queensland
Work Type: Full-time, Permanent
Take your oncology nursing leadership to a vibrant metropolitan setting Brisbane offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle — enjoy a warm climate, access to world-class healthcare facilities, a thriving cultural scene, and an easy-going city lifestyle with parks, riverside dining, and beaches just a short drive away.
We're seeking an experienced Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to lead an oncology nursing team in Brisbane, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. You'll oversee daily operations, drive clinical excellence, and foster a culture of collaboration, safety, and professional growth.
This is a rare opportunity to join a service expanding access to comprehensive cancer care — including chemotherapy, radiation, haematology, and clinical trials — while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of Queensland's capital city.
The Opportunity
As the Nurse Unit Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring safe, evidence-based practice and operational efficiency within the oncology unit. You'll lead a skilled nursing team, manage resources, and champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage nursing teams to deliver exceptional, patient-centred oncology care.
- Oversee daily operations, workforce planning, and resource allocation.
- Uphold compliance with national safety, clinical governance, and quality standards.
- Mentor, coach, and support professional development across the nursing team.
- Drive quality improvement, audit, and risk management initiatives.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, compassionate care.
About You
You are a confident and capable nurse leader with a passion for oncology and excellence in patient care.
Essential Criteria:
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
- Postgraduate qualifications and ≥12 months' oncology/haematology experience, or ≥4 years post-registration (including ≥3 years in a leadership or specialist role).
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage clinical operations, and deliver measurable outcomes.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated experience in clinical governance, quality, and risk management.
Desirable:
- Experience in radiation therapy nursing.
- Knowledge of chemotherapy/immunotherapy credentialing (eviQ, ADAC).
- Membership of CNSA, COSA, or ACN.
Why Brisbane & This Role Are Perfect for You
- Live in a thriving, sunny city with riverside living, nearby beaches, and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle.
- Excellent schools, transport, and family-friendly amenities.
- Join a modern, well-equipped facility with a supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Access career development, mentorship, and leadership growth opportunities.
- Make a meaningful difference to cancer care in a growing metropolitan service.
Apply Now
If you're an experienced oncology nurse leader looking for a career move with professional and lifestyle benefits, we'd love to hear from you.
Lead with compassion. Deliver excellence. Thrive in Brisbane.
Reach out for a confidential chat - Stephen Piry on or
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