Nurse Unit Manager - Medical & Rehabilitation

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. 

Baringa Private Hospital is now hiring! 

Baringa Private Hospital is a 78 bed licensed hospital, (41 Medical/Rehabilitation, 23 Surgical, 12 Mental Health, 2 ICU) providing advanced surgery, interventional coronary angiography including the implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators, ICU, endovascular & general surgery, general medical, rehabilitation, palliative care and mental health. Baringa also has a day medical unit which caters for patients requiring chemotherapy and day intravenous therapy.

Baringa Private Hospital is seeking a Nurse Unit Manager to join our busy Medical and Rehabilitation ward, on a permanent basis with both permanent part-time and full-time hours considered.

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager (Level 3 – Medical Rehabilitation Ward) and Director of Clinical Services, the successful applicant will support the Nurse Unit Manager with the ongoing management of this ward.   

Key achievements in this role will include successfully building the ward with a high-performing team along with delivering safe, consistent patient-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated Registered Nurse with proven leadership skills to contribute to the delivery of outstanding patient outcomes, whilst positively impacting culture and grow their leadership abilities with Ramsay Healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be accountable for the clinical, operational and professional leadership of the ward
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high‑quality patient care and optimal clinical outcomes
• Plan, implement and evaluate practices, processes and services in line with Ramsay Health Care standards, legislative requirements and best practice
• Clinically based role (primarily afternoon shifts) with allocated supernumerary time to complete management administration tasks

About You:
While leadership or management experience is desirable, this role will also suit an experienced Registered Nurse looking to step up into a leadership position.

You will also demonstrate:

• Current AHPRA registration.
• Minimum 3–5-year experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 12 months experience working as a Registered Nurse in a Medical and Rehabilitation setting (desirable).
• Excellent clinical assessment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational abilities.
• A commitment to patient-centred care and continuous quality improvement.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and manage challenging situations.
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Commitment to teamwork, patient safety, and professional growth

Remuneration

On offer is a base hourly rate of $70.89 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (NSW Nursing/Midwifery Unit Manager level 1)

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. 

• 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:  

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Baringa Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online. 

Applications close: 28th September 2026

Reference number: JR115787

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.