About the role

South West Healthcare's Critical Care Unit is seeking a motivated highly skilled and experienced Registered Nurse to provide day to day leadership and management of the Critical Care team in the position of Associate Nurse Unit Manager. The unit provides care to a broad range of complex patients ranging from neonates to the elderly.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role, supporting a dedicated team while fostering a positive and professional work environment. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality care to patients and their families, working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager to uphold clinical standards, ensure exceptional patient outcomes, manage resources effectively, supervise staff, and contribute to the overall management of the unit.

Position overview

• Full-time (80 hours per fortnight), On-going position
• Warrnambool Campus
• Associate Nurse Unit Manager Year 1 or Year 2
• Salary Range: $112,174 - $115,949.60, plus superannuation

What you bring

• A Registered Nurse - holding a current Registration Certificate as required by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Relevant postgraduate/tertiary qualification in Critical Care / Emergency Nursing
• A minimum of five years post graduate nursing experience, with demonstrated excellent clinical assessment skills.
• Demonstrated strong clinical, safety and professional standards within the Emergency environment, including patient centred care.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a role model, effectively solve problems, and provide strong supervision and support to staff.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally, electronically and in writing.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development of self and others.

Desirable

• Relevant postgraduate/tertiary qualifications in Management

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 23 March 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 with the classification ANUM Year 1 or Year 2 with salary range $112,174 - $115,949.60

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check
• Current Immunisation status

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