JOIN OUR FRIENDLY AND SUPPORTIVE TEAM AS AN ASSOCIATE NURSE UNIT MANAGER

• Part Time Opportunity: Enjoy flexible hours for better work life balance!
• Gain immediate access to an impressive array of employee benefits and programs
• Experience career diversity, complexity & opportunity.

ABOUT US

Masada Private Hospital is a fully accredited 94 bed acute medical, surgical facility with specialised dermatology, early parenting and rehabilitation services
The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must provide a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) plays a vital leadership and support role within the General Surgical Ward. Working collaboratively with the Nurse Unit Manager and wider multidisciplinary team, the ANUM helps to ensure safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care.
The ANUM will work as part of the ward’s leadership team. The role includes both direct clinical care and leadership responsibilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clinical Leadership & Coordination Support the Nurse Unit Manager in managing the day-to-day operations of the ward.
• Act as a clinical resource and point of escalation during the shift.
• Provide guidance and oversight to nursing staff, ensuring the delivery of safe and effective care.
• Participate in the coordination of patient care, bed management, and multidisciplinary team communication.
• Direct Patient Care Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients in the general surgical ward.
• Support staff with clinical interventions, care planning, and complex decision-making.
• Promote a patient- and family-centered approach in all aspects of care.
• Staff Support & Teamwork Assist in staff supervision, task delegation, and team coordination during shifts.
• Support graduate nurses, students, and less experienced staff through informal mentoring and role modelling.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture that values respect, learning, and collaboration.
• Communication & Collaboration liaise with medical, allied health, and support services to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Promote clear and respectful communication within the team.
• Participate in handovers, team meetings, and unit discussions.
• Governance & Compliance Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with legal, professional, and hospital requirements.
• Contribute to incident reporting, quality improvement, and safety initiatives.
• Uphold infection prevention, OH&S, and risk management protocols.

About you

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 5 years of acute clinical experience, preferably in acute or surgical nursing.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and provide leadership in clinical settings (e.g. experience as Nurse-in-Charge or team leader).
• Strong problem-solving, clinical decision-making, and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster effective teamwork.
• Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.
• A positive, motivated attitude with a willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to a supportive team environment.