Associate Nurse Unit Manager at Western Health

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Leadership, Operational Support, Staff Coordination, Mentoring, Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Conflict Resolution, Collaboration, Change Management, Surgical Experience, Registered Nurse, Teamwork, Patient-Centred Care, Administrative Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Associate Nurse Unit Manager Location: New Footscray Hospital Employment Type: Part-Time (60 hours/fortnight), Ongoing (night duty) Salary: ANUM Year 1/2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging About the Role: The brand new Footscray Hospital is opening in February 2026, and we are seeking an enthusiastic nurse/s to join our leadership team. 9B features 32 beds caring for patients on the Orthopaedic, Ortho Geriatric Service, Neurosurgery and Pain Medicine specialties. The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) provides clinical leadership, operational support, and supervision to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care to our surgical patients. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your leadership skills in a state-of-the-art facility with an established, and soon to be expanded, dedicated, and hard-working team. Key Responsibilities: Provide clinical leadership and support to nursing staff in a busy surgical ward environment after hours Co-ordinate daily operations, staffing and patient flow to ensure efficient, high-quality care is provided Mentor and support staff members, promoting a positive and professional workplace Promote patient safety, quality improvement, and adherence to clinical standards Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and families Effectively and constantly maintain communication and engagement with the NUM In the absence of the NUM, you will confidently manage the administrative and clinical functions of the ward. About You: To be considered for this role, you will require: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA Possess relevant surgical experience +/- relevant post graduate qualification/s Demonstrate effective management skills with prior leadership role experience, 2 – 3 years Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be passionate about improving patient outcomes and experiences Possess highly developed interpersonal skills including conflict resolution strategies Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Hold a portfolio or experience in portfolio work with change management experience Position Description About Western Health Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage. We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall. Why join us? Compensation and benefits Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards. Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements. Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey. Learning and development opportunities Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways. Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education. Mentorship and career support. Community impact and inclusion Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care. Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion. Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research. Organisational culture and environment Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment. Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare. Ready to make an impact? If you’re passionate about [highlight specific values/qualities relevant to the role, e.g., compassionate care, innovation, community wellbeing], we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts. If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying. Closing date: 11:59pm on 1 January 2026. Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Rachel Kropman via Rachel.Kropman@wh.org.au. Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies. Western Health

Responsibilities

The Associate Nurse Unit Manager provides clinical leadership and operational support to ensure high-quality patient care in a surgical ward. Responsibilities include coordinating daily operations, mentoring staff, and managing ward functions in the absence of the Nurse Unit Manager.