Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager - Lead Compassionate Care

Cairns and Hinterland Hosp and Hlth Svc; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

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Job summary

Queensland Health's Paediatric and Adolescent unit in Cairns is seeking a capable nurse leader to plan, manage and evaluate health services across inpatient paediatrics and adolescent care. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care and align practice with national standards.

The role emphasizes effective communication, staff development with Clinical Nurse Educators, and collaboration with community health partners to coordinate patient care across

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to plan, manage and evaluate health services across the Paediatric and Adolescent unit.
• Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal and communication skills within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Communicate, consult and negotiate with stakeholders to coordinate patient care.
• Develop staff in collaboration with Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Nurse Consultants to fulfil role responsibilities.

Job description

Queensland Health's Paediatric and Adolescent unit in Cairns is seeking a capable nurse leader to plan, manage and evaluate health services across inpatient paediatrics and adolescent care. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care and align practice with national standards.

The role emphasizes effective communication, staff development with Clinical Nurse Educators, and collaboration with community health partners to coordinate patient care across