Provide effective business management including planning, implementation, coordination, evaluation and review of general medical nursing services.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a
Nurse Unit Manager (General Medical Unit)
to join
Gold Coast Health
(GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Provide ethical decision making in the achievement of nursing goals
Facilitate improvement in quality of service delivery and minimise risk
Act as a role model, demonstrating a positive attitude to change management
Form part of a multidisciplinary team working towards optimal patient flow
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent Full time
Base salary ranging from $132 562 - $ 143 924 per annum
About Us
The Gold Coast University Hospital General Medical Unit (GMU) is a 24 bed unit, providing specialist care to the general medicine inpatient consumer.
The GMU incorporates 8 Cognitive Support Beds (CSB) dedicated to caring for consumers with behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) and other cognitive impairments.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by
Monday, 29 September 2025.
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference:
GC
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.