Nurse Unit Manager — Indigenous Health Leader

Queensland Government

Brisbane

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly environment

Professional development support

Academic partnerships

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Job summary

Metro South Health in Brisbane currently seeks a Nurse Unit Manager to lead the nursing team at the Southern Queensland Centre of Excellence, Inala, delivering culturally responsive primary healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The role combines strategic and operational leadership across General Practice, Chronic Disease, Immunisation and Integrated Mental Health services.

You will drive workforce development, governance, service improvement and resource management while

Qualifications

Advanced nursing leadership and clinical expertise in primary care.
Strong understanding of culturally safe, person-centred care.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and workforce capability.
Experience in clinical governance and quality improvement.
Excellent communication and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the nursing team across General Practice, Chronic Disease, Immunisation and mental health services.
Provide strategic and operational leadership and drive service improvement.
Oversee workforce development, governance and resource management.
Foster culturally safe, evidence-based care and health equity.
Build partnerships with Elders and community stakeholders.