Associate Nurse Unit Manager

Mercy Hospitals Victoria Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Werribee Mercy Hospital Emergency Department is seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager to lead nursing teams, coordinate daily operations and support safe, patient-centred care during a 12-month fixed-term contract.

You will bring current AHPRA registration, a postgraduate qualification in Critical Care or Emergency Nursing, and at least five years of ED experience; mentoring, leadership potential, and collaborative teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Postgraduate qualification in Critical Care, Emergency Nursing or a related specialty.
• Minimum five years’ experience in acute and/or Emergency Department nursing.
• Demonstrated ability to support and influence colleagues within a clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operational leadership and day-to-day coordination of the Emergency Department.
• Provide clinical leadership and support to nursing staff across all shifts.
• Promote evidence-based practice and ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
• Support workforce development, onboarding and staff capability building.
• Coordinate patient flow and resource allocation within a busy Emergency Department environment.
• Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety and accreditation activities.
• Foster a positive team culture built on collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Be part of an exciting ED expansion that will help shape the future of emergency care in Wyndham.

Skills

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Emergency Nursing

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Communication

Education

Postgraduate in Critical Care

Postgrad in Emergency Nursing

Job description

Employment Type: 12-month Fixed Term, Hours: Rotating Roster, Location: Werribee Mercy Hospital

Contact: Lejla Ridzalovic, Nurse Unit Manager – Werribee Mercy Hospital Emergency Department, [e-mail]

About the opportunity

Werribee Mercy Hospital is entering a landmark new phase, with the opening of a major Emergency Department expansion. This expansion will significantly increase our capacity and enable us to meet the rapidly growing healthcare needs of the Wyndham community, providing timely, high-quality emergency care to an additional 25,000 patients each year. The expanded will increase treatment spaces from 33 to 67, including state-of-the-art resuscitation bays and dedicated short-stay beds, creating one of Victoria’s most exciting Emergency Department growth opportunities. As an Associate Nurse Unit Manager, you will play a key leadership role within the Emergency Department nursing team, supporting the Nurse Unit Manager and Clinical Nurse Managers to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care. You will provide clinical leadership, coordinate daily operations, and support nursing staff to achieve excellent patient outcomes in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This 12-month fixed term opportunity has been designed to support leadership development within our Emergency Department. We welcome applicants from experienced Emergency Department nurses who may not have previous ANUM experience but are looking to take the next step in their clinical leadership journey. Through dedicated mentorship, coaching and support from experienced Emergency Department leaders, you will have the opportunity to build your leadership capability while making a meaningful contribution to the departments continued growth and success.

You’ll bring:

• You’re a passionate Emergency Department nurse who is ready to take the next step in your leadership career. Whether you already have leadership experience or are looking to transition into your first formal nursing leadership position, you are committed to supporting others and delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Postgraduate qualification in Critical Care, Emergency Nursing or a related specialty
• Minimum five years’ experience in acute and/or Emergency Department nursing
• Demonstrated ability to support and influence colleagues within a clinical environment
• Excellent clinical, organisational, communication and time management skills
• Strong decision-making and problem solving skills in complex clinical environments
• A genuine interest in developing leadership capability and supporting team performance
• Commitment to patient-centred care, quality improvement and clinical excellence
• Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams

You will:

• Assist in the operational leadership and day-to-day coordination of the Emergency Department
• Provide clinical leadership and support to nursing staff across all shifts
• Promote evidence-based practice and ensure safe, high-quality patient care
• Support workforce development, onboarding and staff capability building
• Coordinate patient flow and resource allocation within a busy Emergency Department environment
• Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety and accreditation activities
• Foster a positive team culture built on collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
• Be part of an exciting ED expansion that will help shape the future of emergency care in Wyndham

Desirable:

• Previous experience acting in senior, in-charge or leadership shifts within a Emergency Department
• Experience participating in quality improvement, education or workforce initiatives
• Previous ANUM, Clinical Support Nurse or equivalent leadership experience

You will also be required to provide evidence of, or be in the process of obtaining:

• A current Police Record Check
• Working with Children Check
• Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders

We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture. We extend this acknowledgement to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Mercy Health is recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

Mercy Health Australia is renowned for its unwavering commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered health services and aged care services. Mercy Health is made up of 10,000 people who provide acute and subacute hospital care, aged care, mental health programmes, maternity and specialist women’s health services, early parenting services, home care services and health worker training and development. Mercy Health employs people from many cultures and backgrounds who, irrespective of their beliefs, share a common bond to care for those in need. We look forward to welcoming you to your journey with Mercy Health.