Lead, Inspire, Transform – Nurse Unit Manager Wanted!

Take the reins as Nurse Unit Manager in Rehabilitation Services until September 2027 and lead a team that’s redefining patient care! You’ll drive innovation, champion quality and safety, and turn evidence-based practice into everyday excellence.

Shape the future of the unit, mentor your team, and build a culture of learning and research. If you’re ready to make an impact, inspire excellence, and own your leadership - this is your moment. Help patients get back on track, and your career too!

Job details

About us:

Rehabilitation Services is a specialised unit dedicated to helping individuals and their families regain and maintain optimal function to achieve their lifestyle goals. The service includes a 16-bed inpatient unit, a 15-bed day hospital, and outreach programs to Mt Morgan, Capricorn Coast, and Gladstone. It also offers the Living with Amputation Service. Patients benefit from centre-based sub-acute inpatient and day hospital rehabilitation, alongside specialist assessment and management services, ensuring comprehensive support for recovery and independence.

About the role:

By stepping into this senior leadership role, you'll guide a specialised team helping patients and their families get back to their best and achieve their lifestyle goals.

As Nurse Unit Manager, you'll lead, mentor, and energise your team, drive innovation, champion quality and safety, and turn evidence-based practice into everyday excellence. You'll manage resources, shape the unit's culture, and make sure every patient receives world-class care - while fostering learning, research, and continuous improvement. If you are looking to be at the heart of innovative, patient-centred care, this is your chance.

About you:

Enough about us, let's talk about you!

• Our future NUM will be a current Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration and an active annual practising certificate - these are essential.
• While not mandatory, postgraduate qualifications in Rehabilitation, Aged Care, or Leadership/Management will make you stand out.
• Strong computer skills are also a must, helping you lead and manage the unit with confidence and efficiency.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $169,139 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $68.86 - $74.76 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) RK6C679729

Applications close: Sunday, 3 May 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6C679729 - Nurse Unit Manager (Rehabilitation Services) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)