Job Title: Nurse Unit Manager

Location: Hobart, TAS

Type: Full-Time, Permanent role

Salary: From $124,817 to $130,750 + super under the Enterprise Agreement, depending on classification level

Recruiter: Carejobz Perioperative Recruitment Specialists

The team at Carejobz Perioperative Specialists are recruiting for a day surgery in Hobart. This role suits an experienced surgical or day surgery nurse leader looking for a full time management role in Hobart.

About the Facility

Tasmania's only standalone, multidisciplinary day hospital, this purpose‑built day surgery specialises in Ophthalmology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dental, Oral/Maxillofacial, Urology and IVF, and is recognised as a centre of Ophthalmology excellence.

The Role

This is a full‑time Nurse Unit Manager position, supporting the GM/DON and leading the team at a multidisciplinary day surgery. Experience in the hospital's specialties and in a fast‑paced day or short stay setting will be well regarded.

In this role, you will:

- Support the GM/DON with quality and safety activities, embedding continuous improvement, evidence‑based practice and clinical excellence.
- Assist the GM/DON with resources, rostering, procurement, administration, quality and safety.
- Educate, mentor and lead the team.
- Keep patient safety central, communicating clearly and responding proactively to risks, changes or concerns.
- Build positive working relationships with Visiting Medical Officers, patients,



colleagues and other stakeholders.
- Help create a culture of excellence where patients receive consistent, compassionate care.

What You Will Bring

- Strong surgical hospital or day surgery experience in a leadership role.
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Postgraduate qualifications relevant to the role, or a commitment to working towards them.
- A demonstrated commitment to education, mentoring and clinical leadership.
- Proven ability to build effective working relationships with patients, doctors, colleagues and key stakeholders.
- Strong organisational, time management, leadership and communication skills.
- Strong experience supporting quality improvement, work health and safety, infection prevention and control, operational and accreditation activities.
- Advanced clinical and technical capability, with sound problem‑solving skills.
- Full Australian working rights.

Why You Will Want to Know More

- Predictable rosters with minimal to no weekend shifts.
- 5 weeks annual leave.
- Up to 3 weeks off over the festive season during the extended hospital closure.
- Fitness Passport gym discounts and free, confidential EAP counselling.
- Discounts on surgical procedures across the hospital group for you and your family.
- Online rewards and discounts across major national retailers.
- Referral bonuses.
- Novated leasing option, plus travel and transport discounts.

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📌 Nurse Unit Manager | Hobart Tas | Full Time
🏢 Carejobz
📍 Hobart