Nurse Manager - St John Health

St John WA has been serving the Western Australian community since 1922. Our organisation has grown into an integrated healthcare provider, connecting people across WA to lifesaving emergency services, urgent care, and health education.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the safety, wellbeing, and health of everyone, no matter where in WA they live. Our services are powered by more than 8,000 dedicated employees and volunteers who bring care, skill, and compassion to every corner of the state.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Nurse Manager to join our Community department on a Permanent Full-time basis (Monday through to Friday) based in our Belmont Head Office.

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the performance of all nursing units within St John Health practices throughout the metropolitan and country areas in Western Australia. You will be accountable for planning, organisation, supervision, evaluation, and compliance of all clinical nursing practices and oversee all nursing personnel and all clinical nursing requirements. This includes establishing clinical policy, clinical operating procedures and ensuring there is a robust annual training programme for nursing staff to enhance patient care and manage clinical risk. The position will work with Clinical Lead Nurses to ensure critical clinical tasks are assigned within scopes of practice and provide continuous training and professional development opportunities for all reports. This position also works closely with Medical Director Community and Head of Departments to ensure operational and strategic directions are achieved.

What You’ll Do:

• Clinical Leadership: Lead, guide and support Clinical Lead Nurses to deliver high-quality nursing operations across all metropolitan and regional St John Health practices.
• Clinical Governance & Compliance: Ensure compliance with nursing registration requirements, National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards, legislation, policies and best practice.
• Quality & Risk Management: Develop and maintain quality improvement systems, coordinate infection prevention and control, and participate in clinical investigations and incident management.
• Workforce Management: Oversee nursing workforce planning, rostering, recruitment, onboarding, orientation and mandatory training to ensure effective staffing and service delivery.
• People Leadership & Development: Provide visible, approachable leadership, mentorship and performance management, supporting professional development and a high-performing nursing team.
• Clinical Operations & Resources: Oversee clinical data management, medication and sterile stock management, cold chain compliance, budget planning and nursing operational requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, optimise communication across multidisciplinary teams, and coordinate student placements and learning opportunities.
• Continuous Improvement & Business Support: Identify service improvement opportunities, resolve cross-functional issues and support broader St John initiatives requiring nursing expertise and operational leadership.

What You’ll Need:

• Current AHPRA Registration with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board.
• Maintenance of any required registration for the role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• C Class Driver's Licence.
• Extensive experience required in nursing leadership.
• Strong IT knowledge including use of MS Office suite and patient databases.
• Ability to manage and work within a team.
• Knowledge and understanding of the General Practice work environment.
• Knowledge of systems, tools and process within the ambit of this position.
• Good problem solving and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Desirable: Experience in a fast-paced, multi-location, multi-service healthcare practice.

Benefits:

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment, along with:

• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Corporate uniform
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• Consumer discounts
• Discounts on first aid equipment
• Complimentary First Aid Training
• Complimentary ambulance cover

Ready to Apply?

To be considered for this opportunity, please click Apply Now. You will need to complete the online application form and submit the following:

1. Up to date CV detailing key experiences and work history.
2. Cover letter addressing your motivation, relevant experience, and skills aligned to the role.
3. Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application. If you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Applications that do not include both a cover letter and resume may not be considered.

Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Careers on (08) 9334 1436 or via email at careers@stjohnwa.com.au

 Nurse Manager - PD - Oct 2026.pdf

Applications close on Monday 26th of October at 6pm.

St John WA is committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the LGBTIQ+ community.

St John WA is a child-safe organisation and takes a proactive approach to child safety. We ensure all children engaged in St John WA services are protected, respected, and empowered. Our commitment is supported by clear policies and procedures that reinforce our safeguarding practices.

St John WA reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John WA.