Our Mental Health Unit at Ramsay Clinic Orange is looking for a dynamic Nurse to lead our dedicated team!

Located at Dudley Private Hospital, the Clinic offers advanced treatment and holistic care options across inpatient and outpatient programs, supporting specialised treatment for anxiety, mood disorders and general mental health disorders.

As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will be taking on a key leadership role within the unit working closely with the hospital executive and management teams to ensure the efficient management of staff and resources with the overall goal of ensuring excellence in care delivery.

Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, this role will see you effectively lead a passionate team, ensuring staff are equipped to perform their roles to the highest standards within a safe and collaborative environment.

Your Skills and Experience

You will be a leader with a passion for seeing your team members succeed and grow with a focus on education, training and skill-based learning. You hold exceptional communication skills and have the ability to inspire, motivate and mentor your team.

You will also demonstrate the following:

• Relevant registration with AHPRA as Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the mental health nursing specialty
• Experience in a leadership or management role
• Proven ability to effectively plan and manage financial, human and material resources
• Ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate continuous improvement program
• Ability to apply research findings to clinical practice

Highly desirable:

• Post graduate studies in nursing leadership
• Sound computer skills in MS Office suite including Excel

Remuneration

A base hourly rate ranging from $68.49 - $73.68 + superannuation + applicable penalty rates. Based on experience level and qualifications (NSW Nursing/Midwifery Unit Manager Level 1-3)

Why Join our Team?

• Permanent full-time position 
• Be part of a close-knit, supportive team where collaboration and care come first
• Supportive management teams and clinical educators on site to help you upskill and grow your career
• Free access to LinkedIn learning, Ramsay Nursing & Midwifery Academy and education scholarships
• Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers!
• Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General & Major Dental.
• Recognition programs and employee referral bonuses
• Health & Wellbeing support with Flexible Leave Programs and free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program 
• New and exciting career development opportunities as our hospitals continues to grow
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology and complex cases in a highly regarded clinical environment.

*Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits. 

The Hospital

Dudley Private Hospital is a 62 bed facility that provides a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, rehabilitation and psychiatric services. We have established an excellent reputation in the local community, supporting patients with their health care needs since 1915. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

Requirements

• Provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the last 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Tania Biddle, Director of Clinical Services via biddlet@ramsayhealth.com.au

Applications Close: Friday 6^th February 2026

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