Nurse Unit Manager - Acute

Position Vacant

Nurse Unit Manager – Acute

NUM Level 3

0.42 EFT part time, parental leave backfill position.

Fixed term from 13 July 26 up until 11 July 2027.

An opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) who is a Registered Nurse Midwife to join our Acute Ward team to provide backfill for parental leave. This role forms part of a job-share Nurse Unit Manager model, working in partnership with an existing, ongoing NUM (0.63 EFT) to provide consistent and collaborative leadership across the Acute ward.

About the role:

The Nurse Unit Manager Acute Ward is responsible for the effective coordination, management and implementation of high quality and safe care in the inpatient mixed ward, incorporating birth suite and urgent care centre, as well as antenatal care preadmission. The role ensures the maternity service is conducted within the organisations Maternity Capability Framework.  As a senior leadership position, the NUM supports and engages with the Executive and Operational Management Teams.

To be suitable for the role you must have:

• Current registration as Registered Nurse Midwife with AHPRA
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience of acute clinical areas, such as medical, surgical, maternity and urgent care.
• Ability to effectively manage staff and resources, including workforce planning, rostering, recruitment and retention.
• Demonstrated experience in managing staff and resources within approved budget.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of statutory obligations especially in relation to Safe Patient Care Act and Medical Planning Treatment and Decisions Act.

• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and patient safety.

For more detail, including the key result areas and selection criteria for this role please refer to the Position Description.

Enquires to Kylie Osborne, Director of Nursing & Chief Midwife on 5683 9713 or Kylie.Osborne@sghs.com.au.

Applications must include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria within the position description and a current resume outlining relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed on submission and close 30 April 2026.

SGH is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recognise and value all abilities, inclusion and diversity and encourage all people from culturally, linguistically and other diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions.

SGH will consider Flexible Working Arrangements and can provide short term accommodation at competitive rates if required.