Nurse Unit Manager 2CD Hampstead

Health; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $9,010 for liv.

Meals & entertainment allowance $2,650

Pre-tax super & novated lease options

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking a Senior Nurse Unit Manager for the Adelaide CBD location. You will lead nursing and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high quality care and positive outcomes across statewide Older Person and Community Transition services.

You’ll drive team performance, workforce priorities, practice alignment with standards, and build strong partnerships within clinical and support teams to improve care quality. Flexible work options available.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current registration and eligibility.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of relevant standards, legislation and health policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing and multidisciplinary teams across the service.
• Manage team performance, culture and workforce priorities.
• Strengthen practice, policy alignment and care quality.
• Build strong partnerships across clinical and support teams.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Communication

Conflict management

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Nursing registration

Job description

Job no: 947341
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Location - Northfield
• Salary RN-3 $130,190 -$136,010 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Permanent full-time

About the Role

Lead nursing and multidisciplinary teams across Statewide Care of the Older Person and Community Transition, supporting safe, high quality care and positive outcomes.

• Lead and coordinate patient care across the service
• Manage team performance, culture and workforce priorities
• Strengthen practice, policy alignment and care quality
• Build strong partnerships across clinical and support teams

About You

You’ll bring strong clinical leadership, a collaborative approach and a commitment to person and family centred care.

• Registered Nurse with current or eligible registration
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and conflict skills
• Experience managing teams and leading change
• Strong multidisciplinary and consumer engagement skills
• Knowledge of relevant standards, legislation and health policy

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy:

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity , focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development – funding + study leave for growth opportunities
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion

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.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required be required 947341 RD Nurse Unit Manager 2CD Hampstead.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Curious about this role? Connect with Lisa Davidson, Nurse Manager Phone: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 6 September 2026

Job Ref: 947351