About HammondCare
Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise.
We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether it’s in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare.
About the role
The fixed term 12-month full-time role of Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) in the Palliative Care ward works within the Mission and Mission in Action of HammondCare to use skills and knowledge in leadership, management and clinical practice in consultation with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal health in a patient-focused service. You will be joining a high-performing and passionate team that truly believes in a patient-centric approach to care.
HammondCare is a NSW Health-affiliated organisation all NSW Health transferrable entitlements will be recognised.
Essence of the role
* You will be in charge of the unit, team and all aspects of the healthcare environment and takes overall responsibility for the standard of nursing care and clinical practice that are evidence-based and reflect current practice
* The NUM is pivotal to the coordination of patient care, unit management and leadership of the professions of nursing to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care and efficient use of resources
* Be a clinical role model for all nurses working on the unit
* You will manage complaints and critical incidents related to the service in conjunction with Director of Nursing
* Facilitate patient flow to ensure timely admission, transfer and discharge of patients
* Actively participate in the development and maintenance of professional and clinical standards of practice of the nursing and administrative team
* Act as a clinical resource person by assisting, advising and supporting all staff and students in all aspects of the performance of their duties
* Participate in strategic and business planning for their service
* Participate in budget planning, monitoring and reporting of unit financial status
About you
* NSW Registered Nurse – List A
* Relevant clinical and management experience in a related speciality
* Tertiary qualifications in management or relevant work experience or combination of study and work experience
* Knowledge of the management and delivery of healthcare services
* Demonstrated understanding of Work Health Safety issues and Equal Employment Opportunity
* Demonstrated ability to evaluate clinical services and manage change
* Experience managing a team of skilled professionals
* A current driver’s licence and safe driving record
* Strong administrative and computer skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Empathy and patience.
Benefits - What are we offering
* Market-leading remuneration
* Salary packaging; $9,010 annually for living expenses
* Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave
* Additional training & career development opportunities
* Reward and Recognition Program
* Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
* Free independent, confidential counselling services, wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you & your family.
* Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs
* Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and Samsung
Ready to make a change? Apply Now by clicking this link: https://hammondcare.wd105.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/Prairiewood/Nurse-Unit-Manager_REQ1820
For any specific queries please contact Cassandra Dearing at
Closing date: 10th March 2026
HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We thrive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.
All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to staff screening, a criminal record and immunisation checks.