Nurse Unit Manager & Infection Prevention Lead

Yorke And Northern Local Health Network; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network is seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager at Riverton Hospital to lead clinical nursing teams and support infection prevention initiatives that enhance patient safety. This permanent part-time role combines frontline nursing leadership with service improvement, mentoring staff, coordinating daily operations, and contributing to high-quality care across shifts.

Applicants should hold current RN registration with the NMBA, with a current practising

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia and practising certificate.
• Experience leading nursing teams and infection prevention and control.
• Postgraduate qualifications in infection control or willingness to undertake study.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and education skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Infection prevention and control

Communication and education

Patient safety focus

Staff mentorship

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in infection control

Job description

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network is seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager at Riverton Hospital to lead clinical nursing teams and support infection prevention initiatives that enhance patient safety. This permanent part-time role combines frontline nursing leadership with service improvement, mentoring staff, coordinating daily operations, and contributing to high-quality care across shifts.

Applicants should hold current RN registration with the NMBA, with a current practising