Assistant Nurse Unit Manager

The Opportunity We are seeking an Assistant Nurse Unit Manager to support our Medical / Surgical Ward Close Observation and Wound Clinic at Port Macquarie Private Hospital. 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. 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. Responsibilities Support the efficient and effective management of all human and material resources Be a positive mentor and provide clinical leadership and support to the team Work with and support other managers within the wider hospital community in achieving excellence in patient outcomes You’ll be joining a multi‑disciplinary team dedicated to ensuring our patients receive holistic individualized care. Qualifications & Experience 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 the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. Relevant qualifications and registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse Minimum 5 years nursing experience in an acute setting Experience within a Medical and/or surgical ward Proven clinical leadership experience Post‑graduate qualifications or working towards will be highly regarded Demonstrated personal commitment to ongoing professional development Exceptional communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment Benefits 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 such as airport lounge membership, self‑education expenses, novated leasing and more. Hospital Port Macquarie Private Hospital is an acute hospital offering medical, surgical and rehabilitation services. It has been a leading provider of healthcare for this community for over 40 years. With 72 beds the hospital offers a comprehensive range of services including bariatric, dental, general surgery, gynaecology, ophthalmology, orthopaedic, plastic surgery, urology, vascular, day surgery and medical services. 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. Requirements Must provide 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. How to Apply All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered. For enquiries please contact Chantelle Newton via . Application Deadline Applications close 18th October 2025. Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct available at #J-18808-Ljbffr