Acting Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Oncology & Haematology

Epworth; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Educational scholarship program

Additional leave options

Discounted health services

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Epworth Richmond is seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager for the Oncology & Haematology unit on a part-time 0.8 FTE basis, 12-month parental leave cover. You will support the Nurse Unit Manager in clinical management and lead a 38-bed unit in Richmond, joining a team caring for varied oncology and haematology cases.

You will be mentored by Oncology Educators and Clinical Nurse Consultants, with opportunities to advance your leadership skills and participate in quality initiatives within

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Oncology and/or Haematology nursing experience.
• Chemotherapy experience.
• Strong commitment to patient-centred care and high-quality clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nurse Unit Manager and step into NUM responsibilities as needed.
• Contribute to a leadership team focused on patient, family and staff experience.
• Provide positive clinical leadership and role modelling.
• Build a supportive, respectful and highly engaged team environment.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives across the unit.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Haematology nursing

Chemotherapy administration

Leadership

Education

Registered Nurse (AHPRA)

Job description

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Job Description

Associate Nurse Unit Manager – Oncology & Haematology | Richmond

• Part-time (0.8 FTE), 12-month parental leave cover
• Join a specialised and supportive Oncology & Haematology team
• Develop your leadership career within a cohesive nursing team

In this part-time, fixed-term role based in Richmond, you will support the Nurse Unit Manager in the clinical management and leadership of our 38-bed inpatient Oncology & Haematology unit.

You’ll join a friendly and experienced team caring for patients across a broad range of oncology and haematology specialties, including breast, lung, colorectal and prostate cancers, lymphoma and multiple myeloma.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated Oncology Educator and Clinical Nurse Consultants specialising in breast care, urology, stomal therapy and palliative care.

You will make an impact by:

• Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager and stepping into NUM responsibilities as required
• Contributing to a leadership team focused on an exceptional patient, family and staff experience
• Providing positive clinical leadership and role modelling
• Building a supportive, respectful and highly engaged team environment
• Contributing to quality improvement initiatives across the unit

About Epworth Richmond

Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside highly skilled practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience, and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialties, treatment options and the latest in technology. Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities, and technologies.

About you

You may already be working as an ANUM or be an experienced oncology nurse ready to take the next step into leadership.

You’re a strong communicator with a flexible approach and a genuine ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy towards patients and their families. You’re keen to develop your leadership capability and take advantage of mentoring, education and development opportunities.

You will have:

• Current unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Previous Oncology and/or Haematology nursing experience
• Chemotherapy experience
• A strong commitment to patient-centred care and high-quality clinical outcomes

Position Description Inherent Requirements

Additional Information

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to take the next step in your nursing leadership career?

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [e-mail] or call [phone].

Please Note: Applications are reviewed as received. Don’t wait—this role may be filled before the closing date.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.