Inpatient Mental Health provide a safe and supportive environment for consumers with mental illness that is not manageable through community services
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a
Nurse Unit Manager
(Mental Health - Melaleuca Inpatient Unit) to join
Gold Coast Health
(GCH) where the focus of our ******-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Provide operational and clinical leadership to a diverse multicultural team
Deal positively and effectively with unpredictable, challenging or change management situations
Participate directly and indirectly in the delivery of clinical care.
Demonstrate a solid understanding of clinical review processes and apply learning to improved clinical effectiveness and consumer outcomes
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
A Masters or higher qualification within a relevant area is highly desirable
Driver Licence
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Up-to-date Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
*****% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent full time
Base salary ranging from $139,951 - $151,949 per annum
About Us




Inpatient Mental Health provide a safe and supportive environment for consumers with mental illness that is not manageable through community services. The purpose of admission to Inpatient Units is for the treatment of acute mental illnesses, comprehensive assessments or for specific planned therapeutic intervention and offering support, education and reintegration back into the community. Inpatient units include Acute Adult Mental Health Units, Acute Young Adult Services, Lavender Mother and Baby Unit, Orchid Older Persons Mental Health Unit, Extended Treatment Unit and Cordyline Rehabilitation, based in Southport.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than **** beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by
Thursday, 6 August ****
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference:
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Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

📌 Nurse Unit Manager (Mental Health - Melaleuca Inpatient Unit) (Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 Gold Coast