Clinical Nurse Manager - Mental Health at UnitingCare Queensland

Sunshine Coast Regional, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Nursing, Mental Health Leadership, People Management, Budget Management, Patient Advocacy, Evidence-Based Care, Operational Leadership, Clinical Governance, Resource Allocation, Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Clinical Nurse Manager – Cooinda Mental Health Unit | Buderim Hospital Employment Term: Permanent Full Time Opportunity Available Location: Buderim Private Hospital, Sunshine Coast, QLD Remuneration: Competitive Salaried Position + Super + NFP Salary Packaging (save tax and increase your take home pay) Relocation Assistance may be available by negotiation Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found. The Cooinda Mental Health inpatient unit is a state-of-the-art 33-bed acute unit for those aged 18 and over. With private, well-equipped rooms, patients have use of the dining room, laundry, lounge areas, visitors' lounge, outdoor areas, music room, art and craft room, therapy rooms and gymnasium. Our service provides assessment and evidence-based treatment for patients experiencing, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)/trauma, eating disorders, psychotic disorders, addictions, complex needs due to a mental illness, as well as young adult and older persons mental health needs. Your part in our Buderim Hospital team Reporting to the Assistant Director of Clinical Services, you will oversee the operational leadership and development of our Cooinda Mental Health Unit, applying your operational knowledge, leadership capability and communication skills to effectively lead your team to success across our state-of-the-art complex. You’ll collaborate effectively with other healthcare leader in the hospital, including Nurse Management, working together to deliver optimal patient-outcomes through advancing the delivery of exceptional clinical care. A diverse role, you will: Achieve optimal patient outcomes and objectives through effective leadership and direction Lead your people through identifying opportunities for development, learning, and improvement. Build a cooperative working environment between members of a multi-disciplinary team, applying your skills to build a high functioning and outcome focused unit Maintain professional standards of practice through the evaluation of services and through key strategies Ensure optimal procurement and allocation of resources, including recruitment and budgeting to achieve optimal service objectives What makes a difference for us? As an advanced Clinician, you will demonstrate exceptional skills in Clinical Nursing, a passion for people leadership and strong patient advocacy. You’ll present with: Extensive senior clinical expertise and skills in Mental Health Leadership experience in the provision of comprehensive evidence-based patient care Expertise and skills in managing a cost centre budget and people management Evidence of contribution to ongoing quality initiatives and improvements Ongoing commitment to self-evaluation and professional development Post-registration qualifications relevant to the area of nursing practice and/or people management/leadership qualifications are highly desirable. Willingness to obtain required vaccinations in line with hospitals infection control requirements, as well as undergo national criminal history check and functional assessment What makes a difference for you? NFP Salary Packaging: Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum. To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the following link: Salary Packaging Explained Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others We’d love you to be part of our UnitingCare family By joining our Hospitals, you’ll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. The second-largest Queensland employer, we’re a proud not-for-profit with more than 17,500 staff and 9, 000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, and have been leading by example for more than 100 years. Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness. Child safe, Child friendly UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will: provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for children implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur abide by the Child Safe Standards and adhere to the Reportable Conduct Scheme Diversity & Inclusion Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. Safe workplace We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety. Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed in creating services and workplaces that are welcoming and safe for every person. We work together to protect children, young people, adults and the elderly from harm within our services and the communities we support. We speak up for their safety to ensure their voices are heard. Our recruitment and workplace practices reflect our dedication in preventing abuse, harm and exploitation across UnitingCare. UnitingCare is the second-largest Queensland employer, with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of UnitingCare, BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital. When you join the UnitingCare family, you are part of something bigger. We are a proud not-for-profit with a compassionate and inclusive team who are committed to the work we do. People who want to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts. For more than 100 years we’ve been inspired by our mission to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities. www.unitingcareqld.com.au We’re on a mission to make a meaningful difference every day, working with thousands of Australians to ensure they live life in all its fullness. We want people who are great as individuals, and even better in a team. People who stand up for what is right. Who are open to new ideas. Who champion innovation. Who lead through learning, and lead by example. So, if you’re looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, to grow, thrive and to be rewarded, it’s time you joined our UnitingCare familiy. UnitingCare - Join us We invite you to Introduce Yourself to assist us in finding a position that aligns with your interests and skills. Let's make a meaningful difference, together. Job Alerts for future opportunities Set up Job Alerts to view future opportunities. 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Responsibilities

Oversee the operational leadership and development of the Cooinda Mental Health Unit to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Lead a multidisciplinary team while managing budgets, recruitment, and professional standards of practice.