Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Neurostroke RAH

Job no: 927526
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

  • The Royal Adelaide Hospital, Neurology Stroke Unit 
  • Salary  RN-2A   $103,353 - $110,497 p.a. + super + salary packaging
  • Full-time temporary up to 6/11/26 

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

Step into a key leadership role where you help shape safe, high quality nursing care. You’ll support the Nurse Unit Manager, guide teams and keep day to day operations running smoothly. This is a chance to build capability, drive consistency and make a real impact on patient outcomes.

Key duties
• Support clinical leadership across the ward or unit
• Guide nurses and students to grow skills and confidence
• Coordinate staffing, rosters, leave and work allocation
• Assist recruitment, performance and attendance processes
• Implement practice change and service improvement
• Monitor supplies, budgets and daily unit priorities

About You

You’re a registered nurse ready to lead with confidence, support teams and deliver safe, high quality care. You bring strong clinical skills, a collaborative approach and the ability to guide others while keeping the unit running smoothly.

• Registered nurse with current AHPRA practising certificate
• Skilled in supervising nurses, students and junior staff
• Confident in prioritising workloads and meeting timelines
• Strong communicator with problem solving and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of legislation, standards, quality systems and care

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy:

  • Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
  • Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
  • Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
  • Professional development – funding + study leave for growth opportunities
  • Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
  • Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
  • Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
  • Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
  • Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & 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

Sharon Holmes, Nurse Manager

Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 15 February 2026

Job Ref: 927526

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position

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Categories

SA Health

Locations

Metropolitan South Australia

Work type

Local Health Network / Business