Nurse Unit Manager - RAH Emergency Department

SA Health - Central Adelaide Local Health Network; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 139,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to$9,010 living

Meals & entertainment benefit

Pre-tax super

Flexible work options

Job summary

SA Health - Central Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a Nurse Unit Manager to lead a dedicated nursing team at The Royal Adelaide Hospital. You will shape a positive culture, drive clinical excellence and ensure safe, high quality patient care.

You will empower staff, oversee daily operations and use resources effectively, while partnering across services to improve outcomes. Hold current RN registration with AHPRA and proven leadership in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Hold current or eligible RN registration with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership and team management experience.
• Ability to lead staff, resolve conflict and support professional growth.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

RN registration

Clinical leadership

Team leadership

Change management

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.

• Grow your career in a supportive, innovative environment
• Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day

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 – salary packaging 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.