SA Health
Job reference: 954485
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) - 5FW1 General Surgical Ward Nurse Unit Manager
- Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide SA 5000 | General Surgery
- RN/M3 – $132,794 to $138,730 p.a. + superannuation and salary packaging
- Permanent full time | 38 hours per week | Five-day roster
Nursing Careers at CALHN
Join our dedicated nursing team at CALHN, where you’ll help shape the future of health through world-class care and research - achieving the extraordinary every day.
- Be part of a safe and connected, person-centred nursing community
- Collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
- Grow your career in a supportive, innovative environment
- Make a real difference in the lives of South Australians every day
Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN
About the Role
Lead the General Surgical Ward at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, where you’ll guide nursing care, support your team and improve patient outcomes. Bring your clinical expertise and leadership to build a positive ward culture and keep care safe, connected and focused on patients.
- Lead nursing care and coordinate safe patient flow
- Manage rosters, staffing and ward resources
- Coach staff and support team development
- Drive evidence based care and quality improvement
- Build partnerships across the multidisciplinary team
About You
To be successful in this role you will:
- Hold or be eligible for NMBA nurse registration
- Hold or be eligible for a current practising certificate
- Bring clinical expertise and nursing leadership experience
- Lead teams, resolve conflict and support staff development
- Apply safety standards and improve person centred care
Why You’ll Love It Here
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy:
- Make your money go further with salary packaging and novated lease options
- Grow your skills and explore career opportunities across CALHN
- Work with a supportive team and share expertise across disciplines
- Access a professional development allowance and structured support
- Balance work and life with flexible work options where available
- Support your wellbeing with leave loading and fitness discounts
- Access confidential wellbeing support for you and your family
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Application Information
Curious about this role?
Connect with Kris Ng, Nurse Manager.
P: 0413 747 460
E: [email protected]
Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 11 November 2026
Job Ref: 954485
Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information
Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply – we’ve got this covered
Applications close: 11/11/2026 11:55 PM
Flexibility Statement
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.
RAH 5FW1 General Surgical Ward Nurse Unit Manager
