Associate Nurse Unit Manager– Endoscopy | Immediate Start

St Vincent's Health Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Give4Good

Additional purchased leave

Staff discounts

Job summary

St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne (SVPHM) is seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager to lead our Endoscopy Unit within the Perioperative Services Department. This permanent role offers 76 hours per fortnight and a pathway to advance clinical excellence and staff development.

You will mentor a multidisciplinary team, drive service improvements and contribute to workforce planning in a fast-paced, patient-centred environment.

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum three years’ recent experience within the Operating Theatre/Endoscopy environment.
• ANUM or leadership experience.
• Budget planning and resources management experience.
• Willingness to obtain National Criminal History Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership within the Endoscopy Unit.
• Support day-to-day management of the department.
• Lead, coach and develop a multidisciplinary team.
• Foster a positive, safe and collaborative workplace culture.
• Build strong relationships with medical specialists and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service development.
• Assist with workforce planning, resource management and budget responsibilities.
• Promote excellence in patient-centred care.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Budget planning

Education

Nursing Registration with AHPRA

Postgraduate qualifications or progress toward

Job description

Job Description: Permanent Full-Time | Fitzroy Campus Lead. Inspire. Grow. Looking for a career that offers the perfect balance between professional fulfilment and lifestyle? Imagine working just moments from the MCG, Melbourne Park and the city's vibrant cafés, restaurants, shopping and theatres. At St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne (SVPHM), you'll enjoy an exceptional work environment in one of Melbourne's most sought-after locations while advancing your leadership career. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our high-performing Endoscopy Unit within the Perioperative Services Department at our Fitzroy campus.

About the Role

This is a permanent full-time position (76 hours per fortnight) and an exciting opportunity for an emerging or experienced nurse leader to play a key role in the daily operations of our Endoscopy Unit. Working alongside a supportive and experienced leadership team, you will help drive clinical excellence, lead and mentor staff, manage your allocated portfolio, and contribute to delivering exceptional patient care. This role offers genuine opportunities to develop your leadership capability while making a meaningful impact within a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide clinical and operational leadership within the Endoscopy Unit.
• Support the day-to-day management of the department.
• Lead, coach and develop a multidisciplinary team.
• Foster a positive, safe and collaborative workplace culture.
• Build strong relationships with medical specialists and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service development.
• Assist with workforce planning, resource management and budget responsibilities.
• Promote excellence in patient-centred care.

About You

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum three years’ recent experience within the Operating Theatre/Endoscopy environment.
• Previous ANUM or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing competing priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in budget planning and resource management.
• Postgraduate qualifications (or working towards) are highly desirable.
• Current National Criminal History Check (or willingness to obtain).

Why Join St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne?

At SVPHM, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture built on respect, compassion, collaboration and continuous learning. When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• A supportive and experienced leadership team committed to your success.
• Genuine career development and leadership opportunities.
• Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
• Fitness Passport discounted gym membership.
• Workplace giving program - Give4Good.
• Additional purchased leave options to support work-life balance.
• Staff discounts on hospital admissions across SVHA Private Hospitals.
• A welcoming, inclusive and values-based workplace where your contribution is recognised and celebrated.

About St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne

St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne is a leading not-for-profit Catholic private hospital operating across four campuses - Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee. As part of St Vincent's Health Australia, Australia's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, we are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare with compassion, integrity and excellence.

Our Commitment

We are committed to equal employment opportunity, diversity and inclusion, and maintaining a smoke-free workplace. St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and warmly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo relevant criminal history and/or child protection checks. In line with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, successful applicants will also be required to meet mandatory immunisation requirements applicable to the role.

Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to undergo relevant criminal history and/or child protection checks. In line with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, successful applicants will also be required to meet mandatory immunisation requirements applicable to the role.

Closing Date

12 November 2026 11:59pm

St Vincent's Private Melbourne is a facility of St Vincent's Health Australia under the stewardship of Mary Aikenhead Ministries. We are a not for profit Catholic private hospital which operates across four sites at Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee.