Associate Nurse Unit Manager - General Medicine - South 1
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Job summary
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) invites applications for an Associate Nurse Unit Manager – General Medicine at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville SA. You’ll lead clinical teams, support the Unit Manager, and help ensure the ward runs smoothly.
We’re looking for registered nurses with post‑registration experience, strong leadership and communication skills. CALHN offers salary packaging options, professional development and flexible work arrangements.
Qualifications
- Hold current or eligible Nursing Board of Australia registration.
- Post-registration or clinical nurse experience.
- Strong clinical skills in the relevant practice area.
- Communicate well and confidently resolve problems and conflict.
- Support, supervise and develop less experienced nursing staff.
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, consistent and high-quality patient care.
- Support the Unit Manager with day-to-day service needs.
- Lead and guide less experienced nursing or midwifery staff.
- Assist with rosters, staffing and leave.
- Drive practice improvements and positive change.
- Support resource, supply and financial planning.
Skills
Job description
Job no: 949890
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Western
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - Associate Nurse Unit Manager - General Medicine
- The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodville SA 5011
- RN-2A $107,487 to $114,917 p.a.+ super + salary packaging
- Full Time – Multiple Positions available
Join our dedicated nursing team at CALHN, where you’ll help shape the future of health through world-class care and research - achieving the extraordinary every day.
- Be part of a safe and connected, person-centred nursing community
- Collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
- Grow your career in a supportive, innovative environment
- Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day
Step into a rewarding Associate Nurse Unit Manager role where you’ll combine clinical expertise with leadership to support exceptional nursing or midwifery care. You’ll work alongside the Unit Manager to strengthen team performance, guide staff and help ensure the ward, unit or service runs smoothly.
- Deliver safe, consistent and high-quality patient care
- Support the Unit Manager with day-to-day service needs
- Lead and guide less experienced nursing or midwifery staff
- Assist with rosters, staffing, recruitment and leave
- Drive practice improvements and positive change
- Support resource, supply and financial planning
You are a collaborative and capable nursing professional ready to combine your clinical expertise with leadership and a commitment to high-quality care.
- Hold current or eligible Nursing Board of Australia registration
- Bring relevant post-registration or Clinical Nurse experience
- Demonstrate strong clinical skills in the relevant practice area
- Communicate well and confidently resolve problems and conflict
- Support, supervise and develop less experienced nursing staff
A great career is more than the work you do. At CALHN, you’ll have the benefits, flexibility and support to help you thrive at work and beyond.
- Make your money go further– salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
- Work together– strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
- Professional development– funding + study leave for growth opportunities
- Recognition and growth– celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN
- Balance work and life– access flexible work options where available
- Support your wellbeing– enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
- Feel supported– confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required be required 949890 - RD for Associate Nurse Unit Manager - General Medicine.pdf
- Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
Connect with - Tracy Robinson, Nurse Manager
P: 08 8222 6283
E: Tracy.Robinson@sa.gov.au
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