- Fixed Term (6 Months) Full Time position: Opportunity for the role to become permanent
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The Opportunity
We are seeking a Nurse Unit Manager to lead our clinical team at Castlecrag Private Hospital. You will be supporting our team with general medical and surgical patients. This role is a fixed term 6-month contract however there is the opportunity for the role to be extended beyond this into a permanent position with Castlecrag Private Hospital.
As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational clinical management with a focus on quality and patient safety, staff development and providing support to staff whilst ensuring a high standard of clinical practice is maintained. This position is a key senior nursing leadership and management role which will see you work closely with the Director of Clinical Services to achieve organisational goals.
This role will see you:
- Be accountable for the efficient and effective management of all human and material resources
- Be a positive mentor and provide clinical leadership and support to your team
- Working with and supporting other managers within the wider hospital community in achieving excellence in patient outcomes
- Assist in shaping organisational strategy, improve procedural service provision and achieve departmental and Hospital strategic objectives.
You’ll be joining a multi-disciplinary team, dedicated to ensuring our patients receive holistic individualised care.
Skills and Experience
- Relevant registration with AHPRA
- Minimum 5 years post graduate experience in acute nursing
- Previous experience on a medical/surgical ward
- Effective management of rostering processes and allocation of duties of both clinical and non-clinical staff
- Post-graduate studies in an appropriate specialty or management qualifications will be highly regarded
- Commitment to improvement and excellence in the delivery of outcomes
- WHS responsibility and leadership in risk minimisation
- Ongoing activity analysis
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage resources and experience in implementing sustainable change.
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.
*Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits.
The Hospital
Castlecrag Private Hospital is conveniently located and has ample onsite and street parking. Located in lovely surrounds, it is only a short distance to North Sydney and Chatswood areas. The 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.
Requirements
- Must provide a National 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 Amanda Harriss via, HarrissA@ramsayhealth.com.au.
Applications Close: 30th May 2025
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