SA HealthJob reference:873328Location:5092 - MODBURYJob status:OngoingEligibility:Open to EveryoneNorthern Adelaide Local Health Network - Modbury Hospital - ModburySalary:$121,537 - $126,970 p.a. - RN3 - Ongoing Full-TimeAbout You:We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, enthusiastic and experienced Registered Nurse with experience in leadership or management, or clinical skills in the area of emergency or geriatric care, to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community. This position will be central to establishing this new service to help meet the needs of the older consumers with NALHN. This will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and their families. Your ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and make informed decisions will be invaluable in ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the unit.About the Role:An exciting opportunity is presented to work within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network as a Nurse Unit Manager within the new Older Person's Emergency Referral and Assessment (OPERA) team.As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will demonstrate exceptional leadership skills, guiding and inspiring a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. Your primary responsibilities will include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the OPERA unit, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care. You will foster an environment of continuous improvement, promoting best practices and evidence-based interventions.To be eligible for this position, you must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.Check(s):DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (e.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.Enquiries:Kerri GrantNursing DirectorPhone: (08) 7321 4232E-mail: ******Application Closing Date:18 October 2024 - 11.55PMFlexibility 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr