Associated Nurse Unit Manager - 6West Dialysis Unit

Melbourne Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 145,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Career growth opportunities

Supportive culture & belonging

Innovation in healthcare

World-class excellence

Salary packaging up to $12,000 tax‑f>

Job summary

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is a leading public healthcare provider in Australia, inviting applications for an Associated Nurse Unit Manager – Kidney Care Service at the 6 West Dialysis Unit. This ongoing part-time role (48 hours per fortnight) supports the Nurse Unit Manager and staff to deliver safe, patient-centred dialysis care in an acute hospital setting.

Join a renowned team at RMH Parkville, contributing to quality improvement and collaborating with nephrology and multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Minimal 2 years’ experience in a management/leadership role e.g. CNS/ANUM or equivalent in acute dialysis setting or equivalent.
• Extensive clinical experience and expertise in haemodialysis care.
• Demonstrated ability to be part of a leadership team focused on excellent patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at clinical and executive levels.

Responsibilities

• Support the NUM to manage patient flow, clinical risks and day-to-day ward operations.
• Implement systems and processes that improve clinical outcomes and patient experiences.
• Collaborate with nephrology medical, ward and satellite dialysis teams to coordinate patient care.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support safe, effective and patient-centred care.
• Act as NUM when required, providing leadership and oversight during periods of leave.

Skills

Leadership

Haemodialysis care

Communication skills

Clinical leadership

Job description

Associated Nurse Unit Manager - 6West Dialysis Unit Job Description Associated Nurse Unit Manager - 6West Dialysis Unit Req ID: 8710 Posting Start Date: 22/10/2026 Advertisement End Date: 29/10/2026 Work Location: The RMH Parkville (City campus)

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Associated Nurse Unit Manager – Kidney Care Service

• Ongoing part time opportunity | 48 hours per fortnight
• Join a renowned Specialty Unit
• Make a Meaningful Difference in Complex Patient Care

The 6 West Dialysis Unit directly support revenue-generating clinical services. This includes providing renal replacement treatments such as acute haemodialysis for hospital inpatients with acute kidney failure, plasma exchange treatments for pre and post kidney transplant patients, and maintenance haemodialysis for ongoing chronic outpatients.

The ANUM in this role is an active member of the 6W Dialysis Unit leadership team and is accountable for supporting the 6W Dialysis Unit Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and staff to deliver safe, timely, equitable and person-centred care to patients undergoing dialysis treatment in an acute setting. Additionally, will contribute to quality improvement in all areas of service delivery.

What you’ll do

• Support the NUM to manage patient flow, clinical risks and day-to-day ward operations.
• Implement systems and processes that improve clinical outcomes and patient experiences.
• Collaborate with nephrology medical, ward and satellite dialysis teams to coordinate patient care.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support safe, effective and patient-centred care.
• Act as NUM when required, providing leadership and oversight during periods of leave.

About you

• Minimal 2 years’ experience in a management/leadership role e.g. CNS/ANUM or equivalent in acute dialysis setting or equivalent
• Extensive clinical experience and expertise in haemodialysis care
• Demonstrated ability to be part of a leadership team that are motivated and committed to excellent patient care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at both a clinical and executive level

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Meaningful Work
  Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
• Career Growth
  Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
• Supportive Culture & Belonging
  Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
• Innovation
  Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
• World-Class Excellence
  Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
• Enjoy great employee benefits
  Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).

• Work in the Parkville Precinct
  Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards .

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

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