Nurse Unit Manager — Lead Ward Care & Quality

Tasmania Government; Hobart; On-site; AUD 126,000 - 133,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Nurse Unit Manager at New Norfolk District Hospital operates autonomously at ward level under the Director of Nursing, providing leadership to nursing and care staff. The role focuses on delivering safe, high‑quality, patient‑centred care across medical, palliative and geriatric services.

Permanent full time, day shifts, with hours negotiable; pro rata salary listed with a 12% superannuation on top. Registration as an Australian nurse is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and management skills to direct nursing teams.
• Extensive clinical knowledge in medical, palliative and geriatric care.
• Ability to drive quality improvement and safety in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate delivery of high-quality, patient-centred nursing care.
• Provide direction and supervision to nursing staff and promote professional development.
• Oversee day-to-day ward operations within budget and resource constraints.
• Drive clinical governance, risk management and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with medical and allied health teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Promote safe working conditions and staff wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing leadership

Clinical governance

Staff supervision

Education

Registered Nurse – NMBA

Job description

The Nurse Unit Manager at New Norfolk District Hospital operates autonomously at ward level under the Director of Nursing, providing leadership to nursing and care staff. The role focuses on delivering safe, high‑quality, patient‑centred care across medical, palliative and geriatric services.

Permanent full time, day shifts, with hours negotiable; pro rata salary listed with a 12% superannuation on top. Registration as an Australian nurse is essential.