This is a rewarding opportunity for a Nurse Unit Manager who enjoys leading from the front and being part of a team that genuinely supports one another. General Medicine at Rockhampton Hospital is a busy, rewarding environment where you'll care for patients with a broad range of complex medical conditions, from stroke and infectious diseases to renal care and high-dependency presentations.

You'll have the autonomy to lead your ward, mentor and develop staff, improve patient journeys, and influence how care is delivered every day. Beyond managing operations, you'll help create a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and motivated to do their best work. If you enjoy building strong teams, solving challenges, and seeing the direct impact of your leadership on both patients and staff, this could be the career opportunity you've been looking for.

Job details

About us:

General Medicine at Rockhampton Hospital cares for patients with a diverse range of acute and chronic conditions, from stroke and infectious diseases to renal care, detoxification, and high-dependency medical presentations. As the major referral centre for Central Queensland, you'll gain exposure to complex cases while continuing to build your skills and confidence.

Working in a 32-bed ward alongside experienced nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals, you'll be supported to deliver holistic, patient-centred care and see the real impact of your work. Every shift brings something different, making this a rewarding opportunity for nurses who thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

About the role:

• Lead and coordinate the General Medicine Unit, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care and positive clinical outcomes.
• Provide strong operational and clinical leadership, supporting multidisciplinary teams while maintaining compliance with professional, organisational, and accreditation standards.
• Use advanced clinical expertise, critical thinking, and decision-making skills to drive clinical governance, quality improvement, and service development initiatives.
• Foster a positive and supportive workplace culture through mentorship, coaching, education, and workforce development, helping staff grow and succeed.
• Manage human, financial, and material resources effectively while championing innovation, research, and evidence-based practice to improve patient care and service performance.

About you:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA/NMBA is mandatory, with postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field highly regarded and expected to be completed if not already held.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and accountability in delivering safe, evidence-based, person-centred care and identifying healthcare priorities.
• Proven experience in operational leadership, including the development and implementation of policies, quality standards, workforce planning, resource management, and best-practice rostering.
• Commitment to education, professional development, and mentoring, with the ability to support learning, build capability, and foster growth within nursing and multidisciplinary teams.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $14,447 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $70.58 - $76.63 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.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6F686163

Applications close: Monday, 6 July 2026

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Further information

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• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK6F686163 - Nurse Unit Manager (PDF)