Nurse Unit Manager - Mental Health In this leadership role, you'll take responsibility for the overall management of the Mental Health Unit at a private clinic located Orange, NSW. The unit provides inpatient and outpatient programs supporting specialised treatment for anxiety, mood disorders, and general mental health conditions. As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will lead a passionate team of nurses and clinical support staff, working closely with hospital executives to ensure staff development, effective use of resources, and the delivery of high-quality, holistic care. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who is committed to advancing mental health care and fostering a supportive, patient-focused culture. About the Opportunity As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will: Lead and mentor a dedicated team of nurses and support staff Ensure safe, effective and efficient care delivery within the unit Collaborate with hospital executives to manage resources and planning Support continuous improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice Champion education, training and skill development for your team Skills and Experience Essential Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse Minimum 5 years' experience in mental health nursing Previous leadership or management experience Strong financial, human resource, and operational management skills Ability to implement quality improvement and apply research to practice Exceptional communication and mentoring abilities Highly Desirable Postgraduate studies in nursing leadership or management Sound computer literacy, including MS Office (Excel) Benefits Base salary: $68.49 per hour super (exclusive of penalties/allowances) Relocation and accommodation assistance Professional development: Recognition, scholarships, Leadership Academy & LinkedIn Learning access Discounts: Retail perks with Rewards, hospital & pharmacy benefits, higher extras limits on dental & health cover Wellbeing: Flexible rostering, Employee Assistance Program (24/7 counselling & support), flexible leave options Lifestyle: Discounts on leisure travel, novated leasing, salary sacrifice options & more About the Hospital/Team The Mental Health Unit is part of a well-established private health care provider with over 70 facilities across Australia. The hospital operates under the guiding philosophy of delivering high-quality patient care for more than 50 years. As a Nurse Unit Manager, you'll join a respected leadership team committed to staff wellbeing, education, and continuous improvement in mental health care. Requirements National Police Check (within the last 12 months) Proof of immunisation against infectious diseases Depending on role requirements, a Working with Children Check may be required If you are a compassionate and a skilled Nurse Manager looking to make a real difference, I would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV to kiran.plaha@cmr.com.au or call 0483 935 317 or click "Apply Now"
