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Meet the team.

At Manageability Healthcare Solutions, we are more than a recruitment agency—we are a team of seasoned Nurses, Remote Area Nurses (RANs), and Midwives dedicated to transforming healthcare staffing across Australia. Our first-hand clinical experience enables us to understand the unique challenges and needs of healthcare professionals and facilities alike.

Rob Manning

Director - Remote Area Nurse

I am a Hospital trained Nurse (1983-1986) in Adelaide South Australia. I loved and value my training very much and of course it was the foundation of who I am today as a Nurse. My Grad year was in Perth (Fremantle hospital) and two years later I did my Midwifery (again Hospital based) at King Edward Memorial Hospital. I worked as a Midwife until 1992 and it was from then that I started my long-term travel Nursing career when I moved to a small WA town for two years and loved it. I had my first Remote Area Nurse (RAN) position in 1994 around Cape York (QLD) and Torres Straits (2 years). Most of my RAN work over the last 15 years has been throughout the NT.

I have lived in NSW since 1996 and travel from there, and for the last perhaps 3 years I have also been working Western NSW MPS sites. Again, I love small hospitals and MPS. My skills and experience as a RAN have helped me ten-fold to have the confidence to operate as the senior nurse in small hospitals where you look after ED and help on the ward/aged care when you can. You usually only have one other Nurse (EN/AIN) with you. ED experience and triage ability/qualifications are essential as well as a mature disposition.

For those that may not be aware, the skills and extra studies/courses to be a RAN are many, but this is all for good reason. I highly recommend becoming or working as a RAN. I’m also more than happy to discuss over the phone (or face to face if you live nearby) as this can be a long conversation. The skills and experiences you gain as a RAN are phenomenal and very highly rated.

Why did I start my own health solutions/recruitment agency?

To be honest, over the last few years I have witnessed first – hand, and heard countless stories of dis-satisfaction and confusion amongst nurses regarding how they are treated, communicated to and prepared for their contract. I have been a Nurse for a long time, so I can safely say that I have “walked the walk” so I can “talk the talk”. Just these few things alone started me thinking seriously about how I could do better for the nurses that absolutely deserve so much more.

So in short …. As the Director of Manageability Healthcare Solutions, I know nursing, I know health services (rural, remote, metropolitan) and I will be available to anyone who would like to chat clinically or about the placements on offer. I can offer suggestions and guidance if you are a little unsure about something and I will certainly be available to you if you are having any issues, troubles or doubts wherever you may be placed. I am especially available if you would like to tell me what a great job you think we are doing.

Ricole Kopetzky

National Workforce Manager

With over 20 years of experience in the health industry, Ricole Kopetzky brings a deep understanding of workforce dynamics and a strong commitment to excellence in healthcare staffing and support. Her extensive expertise spans human resources, health recruitment, onboarding processes, and credentialing across various specialist groups, making her a trusted partner for healthcare organizations seeking top-tier talent and operational efficiency.

Holding a Bachelor degree in Social Care and Human Resource Management, Ricole combines academic insight with real-world experience to deliver customized, client-focused solutions. She excels in building strong, collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and has an exceptional ability to understand and fulfil client needs with precision and professionalism.

Ricole has a proven track record of supporting strategic projects and partner organizations by supplying highly qualified, competent, and professional staff. Her success spans both permanent and locum placements, reflecting her adaptability and dedication to delivering consistent, high-quality outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Rob Gibbons

Clinical Workforce Manager

Rob Gibbons is our highly skilled ED Nurse and RAN. He has worked 20 years in a very big and busy ED in many roles including CNS, CNE and NUM. He has a Post Grad in Crit Care (ED) and even found the time to complete an MBA (Masters of Business). Of course there’s more. He has also spent significant time with Aeromedical retrievals.

We love having the very talented Rob on our team.

Jayden Allen

Workforce Operations Manager

With a strong background in rural and remote nursing recruitment, Jayden Allen brings a wealth of knowledge and hands on experience to everything Over his time in the industry, he has a developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by both healthcare facilities and nurses working in remote areas. Taking pride in delivering a high standard of service from managing logistics, compliance, and ongoing support to the whole team.

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At Manageability, we manage ability.

Our Mission is to connect passionate healthcare professionals with communities in need, ensuring quality care delivery in both urban centres and the most remote regions of Australia.

Who We Help

We specialise in placements for Remote Area Nurses (RAN) – vital practitioners who support local communities, deliver vital healthcare services and ensure those in need of care are looked after.

Upcoming Placements

Our available placements are across Northern Territory hospitals and regional medical centres that operate in remote communities. Speak to our team today about which institutions require support.

Supporting Remote Communities

RANs form close, meaningful relationships with the communities they serve, often remote Indigenous communities, where cultural knowledge, history, and strength run deep.

Looking To Hire?

Are you a Northern Territory medical institution needing Remote Area Nurses? Contact our team of placement experts today and let us connect you with the right person.

A day in the life…

Working as a Remote Area Nurse (RAN) is one of the most rewarding, challenging, and uniquely vital roles within healthcare. Often stationed in some of the most isolated and breathtakingly beautiful parts of the country, RANs are more than just nurses—they are autonomous clinicians, first responders, health educators, and often the only consistent healthcare provider for entire communities.

Find your happy place today.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional seeking new opportunities or a facility in need of dedicated staff, Manageability Healthcare Solutions is here to bridge the gap. Together, we can enhance healthcare delivery across Australia.

Email: Rob@manageability.au

Phone: 0488 332 981