Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.

Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.

The Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit (AAMHIU) is a public facility located at the Townsville University Hospital for people experiencing mental illness who cannot be adequately supported in the community environment.

Job details

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Nurse Unit Manager

Vacancy: Permanent full-time

Location: Townsville University Hospital

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Unit Manager to lead our multi-disciplinary team within the Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit (AAMHIU). This role ensures accountability for business performance and professional standards across our 28-bed Low Dependency Unit (LDU) and 8-bed High Dependency Unit (HDU).

Make a difference in mental health care today!

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package valued up to $164,696 p.a., including:

• Salary range: $5081.10 to $5516.60 p.a. (Nurse Grade 7)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:

• Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
• Highly Desirable:
  • Relevant post-registration and/or tertiary qualifications in mental health nursing.
  • Credentialed status with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN). If not Credentialed with ACMHN – then willingness to undertake and complete the requirements for certification as Credentialed Mental Health Nurse.
  • Appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) under the Mental Health Act 2016 or the willingness to undertake and complete the requirements for appointment.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

How you will be assessed?

• Provide expert nursing leadership and coordination within an Mental Health environment.
• Integrate the strategic direction and priorities for quality improvement into the clinical service, establishing a quality framework.
• High level of communication skills required for problem solving and decision making.
• Use information and reporting systems appropriate to the position.
• You will have demonstrated in previous roles skills of active listening, consultation and sharing information with staff, colleagues, clients and stakeholders.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Elizabeth Pritchard on (07) 4433 3049.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV635728

Applications close: Thursday, 22 May 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Application Kit
  
  NG7 Nurse Unit Manager (AAMHIU) 30463000 (Word, 1.43MB)
  Role Description