Nurse Unit Manager - Gibson unit

Calvary St John's Hospital - Hobart

Permanent Full-time position (job share can be considered)

• Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providers
• Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment
• A great opportunity to work with a group of dedicated nurses and doctors

 About the role

The Nurse Unit Manager provides leadership and promotes clinical and operational strategies in line with the local service plan. Working within the Gibson unit, the position promotes quality customer service and excellence in patient care, and is responsible for the management of people, material and financial resources.

 About you

• Identify hazards, complete risk assessments and determine appropriate controls;
• Ensure workers under your control are provided with necessary instruction, information, training and supervision to enable work to be carried out safely; and consulted regarding issues/changes which affect their health and safety;
• Ensure all incidents are reported and corrective actions identified and implemented
• Fulfil requirements and support Return to Work Plans for injured employees
• Take reasonable care of your own health and safety and the health and safety of others in the workplace

 What you bring 

• Previous Management experience (desirable) 
• AHPRA Registration
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in an acute care and/or hospital setting
• Ability to work unsupervised, proficiently and in an organised manner during periods of high demand and activity
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal skills and customer service skills
• A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation

For further information please contact Annie Ramsay, Clinical Services Manager on 0362203759 / anne.ramsay@cavlarycare.org.au

Why work for Calvary?

At Calvary, our staff matter. 

Join our team, learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australia’s largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals, Residential Aged Care and Home Care. 

With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

Your benefits: 

• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships 
• Paid parental leave 
• Training, development pathways and career opportunities
• Flexible hours that make sense for you

Apply now to start your career in an organisation that is making a positive difference in the community.

Please note the following:

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role

You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella.