Associate Nurse Unit Manager | Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery | Permanent Role | Melbourne VIC

SustainHealth Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full‑time or part‑time

Competitive salary package

Leadership opportunity in specialised

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative multidisciplinary team

Career progression

Job summary

SustainHealth Recruitment is seeking an experienced Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join a private acute hospital in southeast Melbourne. The role leads a 30-bed Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery ward, supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in day-to-day operations and championing patient care, staff development and clinical governance.

You will provide clinical leadership, assist with workforce management, contribute to quality improvement, and work with Visiting Medical Officers and

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Bachelor of Nursing.
• Previous leadership or management experience within an acute hospital environment.
• Experience in Orthopaedic, Neurosurgical or Surgical nursing.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and national safety and quality standards.
• Ability to work a 7‑day rotating roster, including night duty.
• Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant specialty are desirable but not essential.
• Full Australian working rights required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and support the Nurse Unit Manager in daily ward operations.
• Support workforce management and staffing of a 30-bed Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery ward.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure high standards of patient care.
• Collaborate with Visiting Medical Officers and multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes.
• Promote staff development and a culture of safety and governance.

Skills

Leadership

Nurse management

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Job description

• Permanent full-time or part-time leadership opportunity
• Competitive salary $117,356 - $121,296 pro rata

Full Job Description

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join a well‑established private acute hospital in southeast Melbourne.

Working within a busy 30-bed Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery ward, you will support the Nurse Unit Manager in leading the day‑to‑day operations of the unit while promoting excellence in patient care, staff development, and clinical governance. This role manages both elective and emergency patient cohorts and offers the opportunity to develop your leadership career within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

You will provide clinical leadership, support workforce management, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and work closely with Visiting Medical Officers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure outstanding patient outcomes.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent full‑time or part‑time position (min 0.6–0.8 EFT)
• Competitive salary package $117,356 - $121,296 pro rata
• Opportunity to lead within a specialised Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery ward
• Supportive leadership team with ongoing professional development opportunities
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment
• Career progression within a reputable private healthcare provider

About You

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Bachelor of Nursing
• Previous leadership or management experience within an acute hospital environment
• Experience in Orthopaedic, Neurosurgical or Surgical nursing highly regarded
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centred care
• Understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and national safety and quality standards
• Ability to work a 7‑day rotating roster, including night duty
• Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant specialty are desirable but not essential
• Full Australian working rights required

Why Join SustainHealth?

At SustainHealth, we partner with leading healthcare organisations to connect talented professionals with meaningful, career‑defining opportunities across Australia. We provide personalised support throughout your job search to ensure the right fit—both professionally and culturally—so you can confidently take the next step in your career.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must meet relevant pre‑employment requirements, which may include a National Police Check, Working With Children Check and evidence of required immunisations.

If this role is not suitable for you, we have multiple other nursing and leadership opportunities available. If you know someone who may be a good fit, we would also welcome your referral.