Assistant Nurse Unit Manager- ANUM

Operating Suite (Theatre)

Full Time or Part Time positions available

We are currently seeking an Assistant Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our team of ANUM’s . Reporting to the Operating Suite- Nurse Unit Manager, you will contribute to the health outcomes of your patients through excellence in practice, fostering a learning culture, excellent communication skills and working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

The Role

This rewarding opportunity will see you join Maryvale Private Hospital as an Assistant Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM): Operating Rooms

Working in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and other senior staff to efficiently deliver care based on best practice principles within a collaborative framework.

Our ANUMS share leadership responsibilities and each hold a dedicated portfolio specialisation.

You will help ensure the operational performance of the Theatre and will be influential in creating a respectful culture where interdisciplinary team members collaborate effectively for positive patient outcomes and professional growth.

Role available from .6 to F/T across Monday to Friday

About you

An outstanding Assistant Nurse Unit Manager candidate will have:

Registration AHPRA as Nurse Division 1 with a minimum 5 years experience

Minimum three years experience in peri-operative setting

Experience successfully managing multiple stakeholders across a range of levels

Demonstrated experience in managing clinical projects and leading quality improvement initiatives

Essential Criteria:

Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skills and competence in best practice peri-operative nursing

Be highly accountable and demonstrate a strong, supportive and engaging style

Be passionate about patient care and achieving high quality clinical outcomes

Knowledge and experience with quality improvement processes and NSQHS National Standards accreditation requirements.

Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills including effective negotiation and conflict resolution.

Demonstrated ability to build effective teams and work well with interdisciplinary staff

Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills that foster a positive workplace culture.

Ability to develop positive relationships with a diverse range of internal and external customers.

Be innovative and adaptable to change processes

Proficient skills in Microsoft Office suite

Motivated to take responsibility for a portfolio (1 x Endoscopy portfolio currently vacant. Other portfolios can be tailored to your expertise).

Desirable Criteria:

Recognised tertiary management qualifications or working towards same, and evidence of recent professional development to further enhance leadership and management competencies.

Current acute peri-operative nursing experience within Private Health sector

Endoscopy expertise would be beneficial

Benefits

As a Maryvale employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard Long Service Leave, Min 5 weeks Annual Leave as well as access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.

A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.

How to Apply:

Applications including the following supporting documents must be submitted via Seek.

· Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria

· Current detailed resume with any supporting documentation

For further information please contact Rebecca Coltman, Nurse Unit Manager or Stef Johnston, Human Resources Officer (03) 5132 1200

Only applicants that follow the application process and meet the criteria will progress to interview.

Applications will be accepted until Monday 14th July 2025.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo relevant probity checks prior to commencement of employment which include, but not limited to: Working with Children Check, Police Check (<3 months old) and confirmation of vaccinations in line with health settings including COVID-19 and influenza.

Maryvale Private Hospital is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to the key principals by valuing diversity and inclusion. We pride ourselves in our ethical, merit-based recruitment process. Maryvale Private Hospital encourages all people from diverse cultures and backgrounds to apply for our advertised positions.

About us

Maryvale Private Hospital is an acute medical/surgical private hospital in Gippsland, Victoria. Centrally located in the township of Morwell, in the Latrobe Valley, the hospital is situated on 17 picturesque acres. We provide the highest standard of health care to our regional community in a caring and friendly environment.

Founded in 1991 our 65 bed, acute care hospital has a wide range of inpatient medical and surgical services.

Why work at Maryvale Private Hospital

Maryvale Private Hospital is a not-for-profit organisation offering a wide range of employee benefits which include:

· Dynamic and supportive team environment with exciting growth trajectory

· Supportive ‘Work-life balance’

· Discounted Private Health Insurance through Latrobe Health Services

· Access to our Employee Assistance Program

· Free staff parking

· Monthly staff lunch

· Active social club