The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care with RMH's 28-bed acute Nephrology and Endocrinology ward.

Why Join RMH?

• Full-time Fixed Term until September 2027 | 80 hours per fortnight
• Clinical and Operational leadership role
• Drive excellence in patient care, workforce development, quality improvement, and service performance

About the role

We are seeking a Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to lead 6SW – a 28-bed acute Nephrology and Endocrinology ward within Medical Services at The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

As the NUM, you will provide visible clinical and operational leadership, ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care while fostering a positive, engaged, and high-performing team culture.

Working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues, you will drive excellence in patient care, workforce development, quality improvement, and service performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse leader looking to take the next step in their leadership career. You will have the opportunity to influence clinical practice, mentor and develop staff, lead service improvements, and contribute to strategic initiatives across Medical Services.

6SW is a specialist acute ward providing comprehensive care for patients with complex nephrology and endocrinology conditions. The ward delivers evidence-based care through a collaborative multidisciplinary model, with a strong focus on patient safety, clinical excellence, and person-centred outcomes.

As Nurse Unit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading the ward's day-to-day operations, supporting patient flow, workforce capability, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring the service consistently delivers outstanding care and meets organisational performance objectives.

Key Accountabilities

• Leading, coaching, and developing a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care
• Managing day-to-day ward operations including staffing, rostering, and workload allocation
• Supporting patient flow and access through effective bed management and coordination
• Driving quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and compliance with clinical standards
• Managing workforce performance, recruitment, and staff engagement
• Overseeing budget, resources, and cost centre accountability
• Building strong relationships with medical teams, allied health, and key stakeholders

About You

You are a capable and motivated nurse leader who brings:

• Proven experience in acute care, ideally within nephrology and/or endocrinology
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build engaged and high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• A commitment to patient-centred care, safety, and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex environments and competing priorities
• AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Postgraduate qualifications (or working towards) in leadership or relevant specialty (desirable) 

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
• Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
• Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
• Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.

Position Description

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Interested?

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Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.