Rah 5Fw1 General Surgical Ward Nurse Unit Manager

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

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) seeks a Nurse Unit Manager to lead the General Surgical Ward at Royal Adelaide Hospital. You will guide nursing care, support your team and improve patient outcomes, building a positive ward culture focused on safety and patient-centred care.

You will manage rosters, staffing and ward resources, coach staff and drive evidence-based care, ongoing quality improvement and cross-disciplinary partnerships within CALHN.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for NMBA nurse registration
• Hold or be eligible for a current practising certificate
• Bring clinical expertise and nursing leadership experience
• Lead teams, resolve conflict and support staff development
• Apply safety standards and improve person centred care

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing care and coordinate safe patient flow
• Manage rosters, staffing and ward resources
• Coach staff and support team development
• Drive evidence based care and quality improvement
• Build partnerships across the multidisciplinary team

Skills

Nursing leadership

Roster coordination

People management

Patient safety

Education

NMBA nursing registration

Current practising certificate

Job description

RAH 5FW1 General Surgical Ward Nurse Unit Manager

Job no: ******
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

Job Ref: ******

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - 5FW1 General Surgical Ward Nurse Unit Manager

• Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide SA 5000 | General Surgery
• RN/M3 – $132,794 to $138,730 p.a. + superannuation and salary packaging
• Permanent full time | 38 hours per week | Five-day roster

Nursing Careers at CALHN

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 safe and connected, 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

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role

Lead the General Surgical Ward at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, where you’ll guide nursing care, support your team and improve patient outcomes. Bring your clinical expertise and leadership to build a positive ward culture and keep care safe, connected and focused on patients.

• Lead nursing care and coordinate safe patient flow
• Manage rosters, staffing and ward resources
• Coach staff and support team development
• Drive evidence based care and quality improvement
• Build partnerships across the multidisciplinary team

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold or be eligible for NMBA nurse registration
• Hold or be eligible for a current practising certificate
• Bring clinical expertise and nursing leadership experience
• Lead teams, resolve conflict and support staff development
• Apply safety standards and improve person centred care

Why You’ll Love It Here

We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy:

• Make your money go further with salary packaging and novated lease options
• Grow your skills and explore career opportunities across CALHN
• Work with a supportive team and share expertise across disciplines
• Access a professional development allowance and structured support
• Balance work and life with flexible work options where available
• Support your wellbeing with leave loading and fitness discounts
• Access confidential wellbeing support 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.

Application Information

• Please refer to the attached General Surgical Ward Nurse Unit Manager role description for essential educational and vocational qualifications and full role requirements. ****** - RD for General Surgical Ward Nurse Unit Manager.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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• Applications close: 11 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time