
Nurse Unit Manager - Relocate to South Australia
SA Health - Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network
Posted 2 days ago
Looking for a change of scenery?
Make the move to the Flinders and Upper North region as a Nurse Unit Manager. Just a 3.5-hour drive north of Adelaide, Quorn is nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Flinders Ranges. With its rich heritage, charming streetscape, and easy access to world-class hiking, wildlife, and outback experiences, Quorn offers more than just a job—it’s the gateway to a lifestyle filled with natural beauty, adventure, and a warm, close-knit community. Take the leap—your new beginning starts here!
- Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Quorn
- RN/M3 | Full Time | Ongoing
- Base Salary Range: $125,183 - $130,779 p.a
- In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, Zone Allowance and once off Incidental Payment (conditions apply), Professional Development Allowance, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).
Join our team and use your compassion and expertise to transform the lives of patients in our community!
About Us:
The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you’ll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you’ll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.
You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You’ll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.
Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN
FUNLHN Information Page.pdf
Site and Service:
Quorn Health Service
Quorn Health Service is a 41-bed facility, including 11 acute and 30 aged care beds. It provides accident and emergency services, general and surgical services and is a part of the Flinders Ranges Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) providing residential aged care. Our staff play an integral role in the health and wellbeing of residents by providing companionship and support and encouraging independence; by maintaining the link between family, friends and the local community enriches the quality of life of our care recipients. There is also a range of regular visiting allied health services who visit the facility. Find out more about the Services at Quorn Health Service | SA Health
About Quorn.pdf
Relocation and Accommodation Assistance:
- Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found here
- Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply
About the Role:
Are you a clinical leader ready to make a real impact on patient outcomes and team success? As a Nurse Unit Manager, you will use your expert clinical knowledge and leadership skills to coordinate and drive the delivery of exceptional patient care within a dedicated Health Unit or Community Service.
In this pivotal role, you will lead and inspire nursing, midwifery, and multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring seamless coordination and continuity of care that enhances quality and safety. You’ll be accountable for clinical outcomes and champion a positive, collaborative work culture that empowers your team to excel.
Take the lead in shaping best practices, resolving inconsistencies between policy and care, and fostering an environment where both patients and staff thrive.
Looking for a change in scenery? – Nursing
About You:
- Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
- Registered Nurse and or Midwife with at least 3 years post registration experience.
- Demonstrated competence in the relevant area of nursing and/or midwifery practice in accordance with the relevant standards
- Experience in management and leadership roles
- Experience in the supervision of students, enrolled nurses and less experienced registered nurses.
Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
Applicant Information:
- The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
- Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 905095
Want To Know More? Contact:
Ashley Parkinson - Executive Officer/Director of Nursing, 8648 4007, [email protected]
Application Closing Date: Saturday 14th June 2025 - 11.55PM
Attachments:
905095 RN/M3 Role Description.pdf
JCS+RegisteredNurse+Administration+final.pdf
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