Nurse Unit Manager – Inpatient Services

Join a respected regional healthcare Facility committed to delivering safe, high‑quality care to its local community. As the Nurse Unit Manager for Inpatient Services, you’ll play a vital leadership role overseeing the Acute Ward, guiding staff, and ensuring excellence across clinical practice, patient experience, and operational performance.

This fixed‑term, full‑time role (parental leave cover from March 2026 to March 2027) offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and values‑driven leadership group.

• Job Title: Nurse Unit Manager – Inpatient Services
• Location: Regional VIC
• Facility: Regional Public Healthcare Facility

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Acute Ward’s daily operations and clinical performance
• Drive high‑quality, evidence‑based patient care across Inpatient Services
• Support and mentor staff, fostering a positive and empowering team culture
• Ensure effective workforce planning, resource allocation, and service delivery
• Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance patient experience and staff wellbeing
• Uphold organisational values and contribute to strategic service improvement

Key Skills / Qualifications Required

• Registered Nurse with relevant AHPRA Registration
• Demonstrated experience in nursing leadership or NUM‑equivalent positions
• Strong clinical decision‑making, communication, and team‑building skills
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and best‑practice standards
• Ability to model integrity, empathy, accountability, and professionalism
• Working rights in Australia and willingness to undergo required employment checks

Salary & Bonus Benefits

• Competitive salary package aligned to experience and organisational frameworks
• Access to not‑for‑profit salary packaging to increase take‑home pay
• Remote Area Benefits available for eligible local residents

Further Benefits

• Career development and leadership pathways
• Flexible work options and supportive work–life balance practices
• Five weeks annual leave opportunity + option to substitute public holidays
• Welcoming, inclusive community environment
• Strong organisational culture built on respect, empathy, excellence, and teamwork
• Enjoy a regional lifestyle close to wine regions, the alpine area, arts, and natural attractions

If you’re an experienced nursing leader ready to take the next step and make a meaningful impact in a supportive regional Facility, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply within or submit your resume to dominic.scruton@uniterecruitment.com.au or contact +61468035602. A member of our recruitment staff will be in touch for a confidential conversation.