Oodnadatta Hospital is seeking an experienced Nurse Unit Manager to lead its Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) across the Emergency Department, acute care, and triage functions. This is a contract position based in Oodnadatta, South Australia, running from 3 November 2026 to 12 December 2026 (5 weeks and 4 days). The role is full time at 1.0 FTE, classified as RN3, and offers the opportunity to make a real difference in a rural and remote healthcare setting where clinical leadership directly impacts patient outcomes and team cohesion.

- Lead clinical operations across ED, acute care, and triage in a rural and remote hospital setting
- Full-time contract position, 76 hours per fortnight, RN3 classification
- Opportunity to work in a close-knit team where your leadership shapes patient care and staff development

Preferred Requirements





- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and demonstrated MPS experience
- Proven clinical leadership and unit management experience in a hospital or acute care setting
- Strong knowledge of emergency department operations, acute care protocols, and triage processes
- Ability to manage staff deployment, rostering, and operational flexibility across multiple service areas
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in a rural healthcare environment

Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, with current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Post-graduate qualification or formal training in nursing management or clinical leadership
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification or willingness to obtain it

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