ANUM — Rural Acute Ward Leader & Mentor

Work Initiatives; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Professional development

Career advancement

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Daylesford Health is seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) for the Daylesford Acute Ward in rural Victoria. You will lead nursing staff, coordinate patient flow, and contribute to safety and quality initiatives in a small health service.

Successful candidates will hold AHPRA registration, have acute nursing experience, and ideally prior ANUM leadership. ALS certification (or progress) is preferred, with strong communication and governance knowledge to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated acute nursing experience.
• Previous leadership or acting ANUM experience (desirable).
• Advanced Life Support certification (or working towards).
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to delivering person-centred care and fostering positive workplace culture.
• Understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement, and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and support to nursing staff across the Acute Ward.
• Assist with day-to-day operational management, including shift coordination and patient flow.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Support and mentor staff in professional development and evidence-based practice.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Act on behalf of the Nurse Unit Manager as delegated.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Registered Nurse (AHPRA)

Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification

Job description

Daylesford Health is seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) for the Daylesford Acute Ward in rural Victoria. You will lead nursing staff, coordinate patient flow, and contribute to safety and quality initiatives in a small health service.

Successful candidates will hold AHPRA registration, have acute nursing experience, and ideally prior ANUM leadership. ALS certification (or progress) is preferred, with strong communication and governance knowledge to support continuous improvement.