Nurse Unit Manager - Cairns and Hinterland

Queensland Government; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service is seeking a professional to lead the implementation of programs, develop management support for change processes, risk management, and service improvement activities. The role requires effective communication to influence staff, clients and the public on sensitive matters with tact and diplomacy.

Join a dynamic team within the Queensland Government health system that values community involvement in planning and evaluation of local health

Job description

COMPASSION | ACCOUNTABILITY | INTEGRITY | RESPECTAbout us:The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service covers a large geographic area with a diverse and growing population. The Health Service provides a wide range of primary care, acute and specialist services.Our staff are a part of the community we serve, and we strongly believe that health outcomes are enhanced by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of local health services.About your opportunity:In this position you will...Lead the implementation of programs through effective use of teams, establishing clear plans, timelines and specific activities.Develop and implement management support for change processes, risk management practices and service improvement activities.Use effective communication skills to influence and convince staff, clients and the public including on sensitive matters requiring tact and diplomacy.For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.Using AI for your application? Read our Using AI in Recruitment guide for applicants.Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.What we offer:Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.Learn what it's like to work with us, in an inclusive and supportive work environment.Discover our dynamic and culturally diverse region through community and lifestyle.Listen to what some of our staff have to say about working in our regions.Visit our website to learn more about our hospitals and health centres.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.