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Nurse Unit Manager (Intensive Care Unit)
Rockhampton
Rockhampton Hospital are now accepting expressions of interest to backfill the role of Nurse Unit Manager (Intensive Care)!
The Nurse Unit Manager is responsible for leading the ICU to ensure best practice, patient-centred care, and efficient management of resources. They provide professional leadership, operational oversight, and strategic direction in collaboration with the Medical Director, supporting high-quality patient outcomes and nursing excellence aligned with the goals of Rockhampton Base Hospital and Central Queensland Health Service.
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK5E636271 |
| Closing date | 25-May-2025 |
| Job duration | 23 June 2025 - 14 June 2026 with possible ext |
| Contact person | Elise De Vre |
| Contact details | 4920 5735 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Rockhampton Intensive Care Service is the only Intensive Care service in the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS). A High Dependency Unit operates at the Gladstone Hospital. The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) offers a high standard of intensive care including complex multi-system life support. Rockhampton ICU offers mechanical ventilation, renal replacement therapy and invasive haemodynamic monitoring for extended periods of time as required by clinical need. Transfer of adult patients from the unit is due to the need for sub-specialist services not available at this facility.
About the role:
The Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) is accountable at an advanced practice level for leading and coordinating the ICU to achieve best practice standards for clinical practice, patient centred care within a healthcare team and is responsible for the provision of effective and efficient human, material, and financial resource management. The role provides advanced management, professional leadership and operational direction for the Intensive Care Unit ensuring a cost-effective service focused on high quality patient outcomes and nursing excellence. In liaison with the Medial Director, the ICU NUM provides direction and unit oversight that is in accordance with the strategic direction of the Rockhampton Base Hospital and Central Queensland Health Service.
About you:
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Whilst not mandatory, possession of a relevant post graduate qualification (i.e., Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Master's Degree) or evidence of enrolment in such a program is highly desirable.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $164,212 is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits
- Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
- Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
- Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
- Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5E636271
Applications close: Sunday, 25 May 2025
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Further information
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Documents
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RK5E636271 - Nurse Unit Manager (PDF, 343KB)
Role Description
Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
Information Package for Applicants
