Associate Nurse Unit Manager

John Fawkner Hospital; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility across hospitals

Discounted health insurance

Gym memberships

Salary packaging

Professional development

Job summary

John Fawkner Private Hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to lead perioperative services and balance hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities. The role supports the Nurse Unit Manager to ensure safe, high-quality care for patients undergoing surgery in a busy environment.

You will provide operational leadership, coordinate theatre activities, mentor staff, and contribute to accreditation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Recent perioperative experience
• Experience Scrub/Scout, Anaesthetics, or PACU
• Strong clinical knowledge and patient assessment skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operating theatre activities and workflows
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to nursing staff
• Model evidence-based, patient-centred practice
• Support staffing, resource allocation and operational efficiency
• Contribute to performance development and staff engagement
• Participate in quality improvement, accreditation and patient safety initiatives
• Promote multidisciplinary collaboration and effective communication
• Foster a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork and continuous improvement

Skills

Leadership

Perioperative nursing

Nurse supervision

Communication skills

Patient safety

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing

Registration: AHPRA RN

Job description

At John Fawkner Private Hospital, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our Perioperative Services team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate perioperative nurse who enjoys balancing hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities. Working alongside the Nurse Unit Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our perioperative department while fostering a culture of safety, teamwork and clinical excellence.

Whether you're an experienced Assoiate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) or a senior perioperative nurse ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As an ANUM, you will provide operational and clinical leadership across the perioperative environment, supporting teams in delivering safe, high-quality care to patients undergoing surgery.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the daily coordination of operating theatre activities and workflows
• Providing clinical leadership and supervision to nursing staff
• Acting as a role model for evidence-based practice and patient-centred care
• Supporting staffing, resource allocation and operational efficiency
• Assisting with performance development, coaching and staff engagement
• Contributing to quality improvement, accreditation and patient safety initiatives
• Promoting effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
• Supporting a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement

What You'll Bring

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Recent experience within Perioperative Services
• Demonstrated experience in Scrub/Scout, Anaesthetics or PACU
• Strong clinical knowledge and patient assessment skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• A commitment to patient safety, quality improvement and service excellence
• The ability to mentor, develop and support team members
• Current AHPRA registration
• Minimum 5 years' perioperative nursing experience
• Well-developed leadership and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate clinical activities and manage competing priorities
• Understanding of NSQHS Standards and contemporary perioperative practice
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role
• Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing or related specialty
• Experience participating in accreditation activities
• Knowledge of workforce planning, rostering and clinical governance processes

About us

John Fawkner Private Hospital is a fully accredited 186-bed acute care facility providing a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, oncology and critical care services. Equipped with advanced medical, surgical and diagnostic technology, the hospital is focused on meeting the healthcare needs of patients in our local community and surrounding regions.

The Hospital has an established reputation as a leading healthcare provider, achieving recognition in many specialties throughout the years. Specialising in Cardiology, Orthopaedics, General Surgery and Oncology, the Hospital provides a comprehensive range of onsite medical and surgical services and delivering the highest standard in all areas of health care.

John Fawkner Private Hospital is the only private 24 hour Emergency Department and Critical Care unit in northwestern Melbourne and works with highly skilled visiting specialists who offer subspecialty expertise. The Hospital has a long-established tradition for providing quality healthcare to our local community, the veteran community and patients travelling from regional northwest Victoria.

Why Healthscope?

Join us at Healthscope and step into a vibrant Community of Care where your impact is felt every day! Our dedicated team members are the heartbeat of our organisation, making a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. Our sites are backed by a dynamic Support Office, empowering us to deliver outstanding care to the communities we serve.

Here’s what we offer:

• Flexibility: Work across one or multiple hospitals in our expansive network
• Perks: Discounted health insurance, gym memberships, salary packaging & more!
• Growth: Access continuous professional development and education to fuel your career journey

More Information:

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.