Assistant Nurse Unit Manager Surgical

Apply now Job no: JR Work type: PermanentLocation: Peninsula Private HospitalCategories: Management, Nursing - Registered Part Time Position: Enjoy flexible hours for better work life balance We care about YOUAccess counselling, wellbeing services, legal & financial assistance Join Australia's largest private health care provider. About the Role You will be joining our Jacaranda Ward which is a 34-bed acute surgical ward with High Dependency beds. Surgical specialties include Vascular, Plastics, Urology, Thoracic, Bariatric, Orthopaedics, Spinal, Colorectal and Neurosurgery. As a member of our clinical leadership team, you will review, plan, oversee and deliver patient care within the unit under the guidance and support of the Nurse Unit Manager and Clinical Nurse Educator. As an Assistant Nurse Unit Manager, your role consists of clinical aptitude, dynamic planning and supportive leadership to enable the nursing team to provide a high level of quality service and care to our patient population. We have two shift options available on our Jacaranda Ward: Afternoon (PM) shifts or Night Duty. About You To succeed in this role, you must display strong clinical knowledge and competence within an acute surgical setting. You will hold a passion for client care and a high standard of customer-focused service in line with Ramsay's core values. You will have exceptional communication skills and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will also bring; Relevant qualifications and Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse Any clinical leadership experience or post graduate specialty qualifications will be highly regarded. Current clinical experience working in acute surgical services. Demonstrated personal commitment to ongoing professional development. Remuneration On offer is base hourly rate ranging from $55.92+ superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. About us Peninsula Private Hospital is a comprehensive 344 bed acute emergency, surgical, medical, cardiac and obstetric facility located in the bayside town of Frankston in Melbourne's south eastern suburbs. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964. What’s in it for you? Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression. Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts -you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7. Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more. Requirements Provide or complete a National Police Check (conducted within the last 12 months) According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases. To Apply All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered. For enquiries, please contact Karen Venner on Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at Advertised: 09 Dec 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: 06 Jan 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time #J-18808-Ljbffr