Cairns Private Hospital in tropical Cairns in far north Queensland, Australia, is a modern, well-equipped facility which offers a comprehensive range of medical and allied services.
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- Permanent part-time opportunity!
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About the role:
An exciting opportunity has become available for a highly motivated and experienced clinician to join our management team at Cairns Private Hospital!
As a Nurse Unit Manager, you will be at the forefront of clinical leadership, guiding workforce planning and operational strategies within our Tea Tree Unit. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of patient care and clinical excellence. You will lead a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, manage daily operations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for both staff and patients. You will coordinate the admissions and discharge processes of the department, and the daily management of nursing staff and other human resources.
About You:
To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong clinical skillset, with recent management or leadership experience in a clinical area along with the following:
- Proven leadership skills in a healthcare setting.
- Strong commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
Key Skills and Experience
- Relevant qualifications and registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
- Minimum of (3) years’ post graduate experience.
- Proven knowledge as a Senior nurse or Manager in a similar department or ward will be highly regarded.
- Post-graduate studies in an appropriate specialty or management qualifications will be highly regarded.
- Experience or exposure to managing clinical staff recruitment, rostering and performance management.
What’s in it for You?
A competitive salary: A base hourly rate of $68.14 - $73.73 + superannuation, exclusive of penalties and allowances (*QLD NUM/MUM Levels 1 - 4*)
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.
Additional Information:
- Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
- According to the role, Ramsay may require proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
Apply Now:
All applications must be lodged online.
Applications close: 28th August 2026
Reference number: JR114992
Additional InformationPlease 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.
Skills Required
- Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience
- Recent management or leadership experience in a clinical area
- Proven leadership skills in a healthcare setting
- Experience or exposure to managing clinical staff recruitment, rostering and performance management
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
- Post-graduate studies in an appropriate specialty or management/leadership qualifications
- Proven knowledge as a Senior nurse or Manager in a similar department or ward
- National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months
- Proof of immunisation against infectious diseases (may be required)
What We Do
Ramsay Health Care is a leading multinational healthcare provider and hospital network operating globally. It manages a comprehensive network of private hospitals, clinics, and mental health facilities across multiple countries, including Australia and the UK. The company is dedicated to providing a wide range of high-quality integrated health services and exceptional patient care through its extensive network of medical facilities.
