Nurse Unit Manager - Rah Emergency Department

Sa Health

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 133,000 - 139,000

Part time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Multidisciplinary support

Career progression

Flexible work options

Leave loading & flu vaccines

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking a Nurse Unit Manager to lead a dedicated nursing team and shape a culture of clinical excellence. You will drive safe, high-quality care and empower staff to thrive within a supportive environment.

You will oversee operations, staffing and resources, coach staff, and foster partnerships across services to continuously improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Hold current or eligible RN registration with AHPRA.
Lead staff and resolve conflicts while supporting professional growth.
Drive change and champion consumer input.
Apply safety standards and risk management.

Responsibilities

Lead the nursing team to deliver high quality care and improve patient outcomes.
Build a positive, inclusive team culture that empowers staff to thrive.
Oversee daily operations, staffing and resource use.
Drive clinical excellence and manage clinical risks.
Coach and develop staff and strengthen partnerships across services.

Skills

RN registration

Team leadership

Safety standards

Change management

Consumer input advocacy

Job description

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

The Royal Adelaide Hospital
Salary RN-3 $132,794 - $138,730 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
Temporary up to 28/1/28 and part-time working 34.50 hours per week

Join our dedicated nursing team at CALHN, where you’ll help shape the future of health through world-class care and research - achieving the extraordinary every day.

Be part of a , person-centred nursing community
Collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
Grow your career in a supportive, innovative environment
Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day

About the Role

Lead a dedicated nursing team and make a real difference to patient care. As Nurse Unit Manager, you’ll shape a positive team culture, drive clinical excellence and ensure safe, high quality care. Bring your leadership skills to empower staff, improve outcomes and create a workplace where people thrive.

Lead the nursing team to deliver safe, high quality care and improve patient outcomes
Build a positive, inclusive team culture that empowers staff to thrive
Oversee daily operations, staffing and resource use
Drive clinical excellence, uphold standards and manage clinical risks
Coach and develop staff, strengthen team performance and build strong partnerships across services

About You

You’re a confident clinical leader who inspires teams, champions safe care and thrives on making a difference. To be successful in this role you will:

Hold current or eligible RN registration with AHPRA
Bring clinical expertise and experience in team leadership
Lead staff, resolve conflict and support professional growth
Drive change, improve care models and champion consumer input
Apply safety standards, risk management and relevant legislation

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

A great career is more than the work you do. At CALHN, you’ll have the benefits, flexibility and support to help you thrive at work and beyond.

More to love about working at CALHN:

Stretch your salary – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
Grow and develop – professional development allowance and pathways
Work together – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
Progress your career – recognition and opportunities across CALHN
Balance your life – flexible work options available
Stay well – leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
Enhance your wellbeing – access our confidential wellbeing partner for you and 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.

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