Associate Nurse Unit Manager
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Role Overview
Working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager, you will support clinical leadership, patient flow, staff development, and the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care, while also assisting with the management of staffing and equipment resources.
Key responsibilities include:
Provide clinical leadership and support to the nursing team within the Orthopaedic Ward.
Assist the Nurse Unit Manager with the effective day-to-day management and coordination of the ward.
Promote safe, high-quality and evidence-based nursing care.
Support the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of patient care.
Provide guidance and mentorship to nursing staff, students and new team members.
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About the role
Working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager, you will support clinical leadership, patient flow, staff development, and the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care, while also assisting with the management of staffing and equipment resources.
Key responsibilities include:
Provide clinical leadership and support to the nursing team within the Orthopaedic Ward.
Assist the Nurse Unit Manager with the effective day-to-day management and coordination of the ward.
Promote safe, high-quality and evidence-based nursing care.
Support the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of patient care.
Provide guidance and mentorship to nursing staff, students and new team members.
Your Skills and Experience
- Current Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum five (5) years’ experience working in an acute setting
- Clinical leadership experience or post graduate specialty qualifications will be highly regarded
- Demonstrated personal commitment to ongoing professional development
- This role offers a base hourly rate of $57.44 - $59.33 + superannuation, exclusive of penalties and allowances (*VIC ANUM/AMUM Levels 1-2*)
What’s in it for You
At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:
Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.
Why Join Ramsay
At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:
Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
Additional Information
Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
Apply
All applications must be lodged online.
Applications close: 15th October 2026
Reference number: JR115146
Please Note
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au .
Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
About Ramsay Health Care
Private hospital operator and provider of healthcare services.
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