Waverley Private Hospital is a 98 bed acute/surgical facility located in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. Waverley Private Hospital has been an active contributor to the healthcare needs of the local communities of Eastern and South Eastern Melbourne since 1972. We pride ourselves on providing excellent standards of healthcare in a friendly and caring environment.
Waverley Private Hospital is part of the Ramsay Health Care group, providing 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 DescriptionDrive clinical excellence and governance as our Registered Nurse Quality Manager, leading continuous improvement and compliance across our services. You will oversee quality frameworks, audit processes, and risk management strategies to ensure the highest standards of patient care. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for an experienced clinician looking to champion safety and compliance in a supportive environment.
Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, you will oversee the collection, management and evaluation of clinical indicators and the investigation and resolution of incidents and adverse events.
About You
Your Skills and Experience
- Relevant qualifications in a Health discipline with valid AHPRA registration or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a hospital setting
- Previous experience in successful Accreditation preparation with the 8 NSQHS National Standards
- Excellent understanding of clinical governance principles
- Experience in leading groups and projects, adopting new concepts and facilitating change
- Proven strategic planning, workforce management and policy development skills
- Knowledge and understanding of contemporary clinical risk management strategies that promote and ensure high-quality patient care.
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience in Quality is desirable
- Tertiary qualification in Quality management or management is desirable
What's in it for You
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.
- Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
- Ramsay may require proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
Apply Now
Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Waverley Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online.
Applications close: 01.08.2026
Reference number: JR114009
Please 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
- Relevant qualifications in a Health discipline with valid AHPRA registration or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in a hospital setting
- Previous experience in successful Accreditation preparation with the 8 NSQHS National Standards
- Excellent understanding of clinical governance principles
- Experience in leading groups and projects, adopting new concepts and facilitating change
- Proven strategic planning, workforce management and policy development skills
- Knowledge and understanding of contemporary clinical risk management strategies that promote and ensure high-quality patient care
- Previous experience in Quality
- Tertiary qualification in Quality management or management
- Provide or complete a 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.
