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The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced and dedicated Nurse Unit Manager to provide exceptional clinical and operational leadership to our Special Care Nursery. This pivotal role requires a seasoned professional, ready to drive continuous improvement and foster a culture of excellence in woman-centred care. Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, you will perform duties to ensure a high level of quality patient care is delivered in line with the care values and strategic direction of the Hospital and Ramsay Health Care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Leadership: Lead a skilled team of midwives while ensuring the delivery of exceptional care to women and newborns across all shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Education & Training: Provide ongoing education, training, and mentorship to midwifery staff, fostering professional development and continuous learning.
• Quality Improvement: Drive clinical governance, ensuring safe, evidence-based care is delivered in line with best practices and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and provide a supportive work environment for staff.

Skills and Experience

To succeed in this role, you will be a leader with a passion for seeing your team members succeed and grow with a focus on education, training and skill-based learning. You hold exceptional communication skills and have the ability to inspire, motivate and mentor your team.

You will also demonstrate the following:

• Relevant registration with AHPRA as Registered Nurse or Midwife
• Experience in a management or senior leadership position
• Demonstrated experience in Special Care Nursery/NICU
• Proven ability to effectively plan and manage financial, human and material resources
• Ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate continuous improvement program
• Ability to apply research findings to clinical practice
• Passion for education and mentoring staff, with a demonstrated ability to provide hands-on training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Ability to lead by example, instilling a culture of care, professionalism, and innovation.

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

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

• Provide or complete a National Police Check (conducted within the last 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 Judith Plaatjes via, PlaatjesJ@ramsayhealth.com.au. 

Applications Close: 6^th March 2026

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