Nurse Unit Manager - Emergency
Nurse Unit Manager – Emergency Department
Full Time
- Are you an experienced Emergency Department NUM looking for your next opportunity?
- Monday to Friday role with career growth and flexibility - $145,927.60 + Super + Allowances
- Relocation + accommodation options available for those wanting a tree-change
Are you able to work collaboratively and communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team; provide a high standard of service delivery and clinical outcomes within budget, whilst complying with relevant legislation and regulations? Then this role is for you!
Hobart Private Hospital is seeking a qualified Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to lead our Emergency Department to help shape not only what high quality patient care looks like on our wards, but also what a rewarding nursing career looks like for our more junior nurses. Your new department is open 24/7, generally with shorter waiting times, a focus on patient treatment, outcomes, and experience! You will be leading a small but mighty team of highly experienced and dedicated clinical nursing staff who advocate for their patients and create a positive working culture for their teammates.
Your Role:
Your new role is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the department to complement the strategic direction, operational processes, budget and business direction of the hospital.
You will provide operational direction for the department to ensure efficient and effective management of the area and coordinate the delivery of nursing care that is evidence based. In addition you will be accountable for the effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels.
About You:
- Specialised nursing experience in emergency care
- Previous NUM experience or equivalent
- Current Registration with AHPRA and Working with Vulnerable People check
- Commitment to Quality Patient Care
- Compliance with ACQSHC National standards
- Sound clinical decision making and problem solving skills
Work with Tasmania's Leading Private Hospital in the Heart of Hobart
For over 20 years, Hobart Private Hospital has been a cornerstone of high-quality healthcare for the people of Hobart and greater Tasmania. Our fully accredited, 146-bed hospital is centrally located in the heart of Hobart's CBD, offering the perks of inner-city life alongside the beauty and serenity of Tasmania. Co-located with the Royal Hobart Hospital, we're a world-class facility committed to advanced medical care and patient-centred service. We're equally committed to the professional growth of our staff, providing numerous opportunities for learning and advancement.
We provide a diverse range of acute care services, including general and specialty surgeries in orthopaedics, urology, gynaecology, colorectal, breast, vascular, plastic, and select paediatric surgeries. Comprehensive medical services include cardiology, angiography, endocrinology, gastroenterology, oncology, infectious diseases, respiratory medicine, and rheumatology.
With a 24-hour emergency care centre, critical care unit, five state-of-the-art operating theatres, an endoscopy suite, and a dedicated day surgery facility, Hobart Private Hospital is equipped with the latest technology to address a wide range of healthcare needs. Our facilities are designed to provide the highest level of care and comfort to our patients, and we're proud to offer our staff a secure and advanced workplace.
Grow Your Career with Us
Join a team that values innovation, continued learning, and work-life balance. We offer Tasmania's most competitive pay rates, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive environment for career advancement. Here, you'll find more than a job; you'll find a community that allows you to thrive both professionally and personally.
If you're looking for a fulfilling healthcare career in a vibrant yet relaxed city setting, Hobart Private Hospital could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Applications close: 2nd January 2026 - apply now, as we will kick off the recruitment process before applications close!
For further enquiries: Alex Knight, Talent Acquisition - 0472 709 585
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form - please include a cover letter your CV.