Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Special Care Nursery

Peninsula Health; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 105,000; Part time

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Facilities

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Discounts

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Education & training

Collaborative leadership

Job summary

Bayside Health is recruiting for an Associate Nurse Unit Manager in the Special Care Nursery at Sandringham. Fixed term part-time (.6 EFT) role leading clinical operations and discharge planning within a Family Centred Care neonatal unit.

You will work closely with the Nurse Manager and multidisciplinary teams, providing leadership, coordinating workforce, improving patient flow and supporting families through education for discharge.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Midwife.
• Demonstrated neonatal nursing experience within a Special Care Nursery and/or NICU environment.
• Previous leadership experience, such as CNS/ANUM or a keen interest in developing leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership and manage patient flow.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement and patient safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to practise autonomously and lead within scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and operational oversight to deliver safe, high-quality neonatal care.
• Support day-to-day unit management including clinical coordination and workforce management.
• Oversee patient flow, discharge planning and coordination with families.
• Act as a clinical resource and role model for nursing staff.
• Foster a positive team culture and ongoing staff development.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety activities.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Neonatal nursing

Leadership experience

Clinical leadership

Evidence-based practice

Communication skills

Autonomy in scope

Job description

Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Special Care Nursery

Posting Start Date: 12/10/2026 | Req ID: 6244 | Employment Status: Fixed Term Part Time | Job Location: Sandringham

• Limited Term Positions available (minimum .6EFT)
• Special Care Nursery, Peninsula Care Group, Sandringham
• Classification: ANUM Year 1 – ANUM Year 2 (YW11 – YW12) plus super

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

Working closely with the Nurse Manager and multidisciplinary team, the ANUM provides clinical leadership and operational oversight to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, family-centred neonatal care. The role supports day-to-day management of the unit, including clinical coordination, workforce management, patient flow, quality improvement initiatives, and staff development.

You will act as a clinical resource and role model for nursing staff, supporting best practice and fostering a positive team culture. The ANUM plays a key role in discharge planning and coordination, ensuring timely and safe transitions of care while supporting parents through education and preparation for discharge.

Our unit operates under a Family Centred Care model, partnering with parents and carers to achieve the best possible outcomes for babies and their families.

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Skills & Experience Required

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Midwife
• Demonstrated neonatal nursing experience within a Special Care Nursery and/or NICU environment
• Previous leadership experience, such as CNS/ANUM or a keen interest in developing leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership and manage patient flow
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement and patient safety
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to practise autonomously and lead within scope of practice

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information please contact Brianna White [e-mail]

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Jessica Strathdee [e-mail]

The role ceases advertising on 26 October 2026. Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2028 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.