Nurse Unit Manager

From very humble beginnings in 1942, Hollywood has evolved into a modern facility. In recent years we have significantly grown to become the largest hospital in WA with more than 900 licenced beds. Hollywood is also the largest private hospital in Australia. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care.

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. 

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Nurse Unit Manager to lead a vital ward within our hospital. This leadership role oversees the day-to-day clinical and operational management of the 30-bed unit (15 of these are CCU). You will work with an excellent and dedicated team to deliver exceptional patient care.

This pivotal role will see you:

• Demonstrate significant advanced clinical experience.
• Account for the efficient and effective management of all human and material resources, demonstrating strong leadership.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the ward, skilled in ensuring hospital policies are up to date with evidence-based nursing care, incorporating quality and risk management.
• Ensure all hospital policies are adhered to, especially recognising and responding to clinical deterioration, invasive ventilation, and care post complex surgeries.
• Organise staff education, ensuring mandatory competencies are up to date, especially ALS training, and overseeing a comprehensive training program.
• Be a positive mentor and provide clinical leadership and support to your team.
• Work with and support other managers within the wider hospital community in achieving excellence in patient outcomes.
• Assist in shaping organisational strategy, improve procedural service provision, and achieve departmental and Hospital strategic objectives.

You will lead a fast-paced department, collaborating with a wide multidisciplinary team, dedicated to ensuring our patients receive holistic, individualised care.

About You:

You thrive on problem-solving, fostering a positive and supportive culture, and providing dedicated and specialised advice to your team members. You will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA.
• Competence in supervising, leading, directing, and mentoring staff to achieve excellent outcomes.
• An ability to build/maintain a positive, respectful team culture.
• A minimum of five years of postgraduate experience in an acute care environment.
• Demonstrated extensive clinical skills and experience within a high-acuity acute care unit. Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively with nursing, medical and multidisciplinary teams.
• Effective management of rostering processes and allocation of duties for both clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Post-graduate qualifications in a relevant acute care specialty.
• Integrity, resilience, emotional intelligence and a genuine commitment to excellent patient care.

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

• Must provide or complete 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.

Apply:

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today! All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 2nd September 2026

Reference number: JR115261

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.