Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Short Stay Unit

Warringal Private Hospital; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 82,000; Full time

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Job summary

Warringal Private Hospital seeks an experienced Associate Nurse Unit Manager to lead the Short Stay Unit, collaborating with the Nurse Unit Manager to ensure efficient ward operations and high-quality patient care. You will provide clinical leadership, mentor staff, and contribute to ward rostering, care planning, and discharge processes while upholding hospital standards and patient-centred care.

We require current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, 4+ years acute nursing experience, and

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• 4+ years of acute nursing experience; short stay/admission unit desirable.
• Experience in clinical leadership or a senior nursing role.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the Short Stay Unit nursing team.
• Assist Nurse Unit Manager with daily ward operations, rostering and resource management.
• Plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans for medical and cardiac patients.
• Mentor and support junior staff and new graduates.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and clinical standards; contribute to quality improvement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and discharge planning.
• Manage patient admissions, transfers and discharges effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to lead and support our Short Stay unit. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care and foster a supportive team environment within a leading healthcare organisation.

The 18 bedded Short Stay Unit is a new clinical space at Warringal Private Hospital, designed to assist in the facilitation of flow of patients from the Emergency Department and to inpatient wards. It is located directly next to the Emergency Department for smooth and efficient transfer of patient care and works collaboratively with the Emergency Department team for optimal patient outcomes.

As an ANUM, you will work collaboratively with the Nurse Unit Manager to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the ward. You will play a crucial role in clinical leadership, staff development, and maintaining exceptional standards of patient care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing clinical leadership and guidance to the nursing team on the Short Stay Unit Unit.
• Assisting the Nurse Unit Manager with daily ward operations, resource management, and rostering.
• Participating in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans for medical and cardiac patients.
• Mentoring and supporting nursing staff, including new graduates and junior team members.
• Ensuring compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and relevant clinical standards.
• Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and risk management strategies within the unit.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate comprehensive patient care and discharge planning.
• Managing patient admissions, transfers, and discharges effectively.

About You:

You are a highly motivated Registered Nurse with previous leadership or supervisory experience. You possess excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills, enabling you to lead with confidence and compassion. We are looking for an individual who demonstrates:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• A minimum of 4 years acute nursing experience with a background in short stay/admission unit highly desirable.
• Extensive current clinical experience in acute nursing including cardiology, general medicine and cardiology.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in a senior nursing role.
• A commitment to patient-centred care and continuous professional development.
• The ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

What’s in it for You:

$57.44- $59.33+ superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (VICAssociateNurse Unit Manager yr1-yr2)

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