Nurse Unit Manager - Medical & Cardiac

With the expansion of our hospital, including a new Emergency Department, we are seeking an experienced and dedicated Nurse Unit Manager to join our hospital in this exciting period of growth for our new Medical/Cardiac ward on a permanent full-time basis! 

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Clinical Services (Inpatients), the Nurse Unit Manager will lead the establishment and ongoing management of this new 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 surgical and rehabilitation 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

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.
• Experience in the Cardiology setting is highly 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

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 limited 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: 9th September 2026

Reference number: JR115288