Neonatal Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Special Care Nursery

at  Eastern Health

Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Neonatal Unit Box Hill Hospital
Permanent Full time or Part time positions available
Leadership progression opportunities including supported learning programs
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We are a values-based organisation committed to research and teaching, and have strong affiliations with Australia’s top universities. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and Communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
We are a 12 bed unit that currently provides a level four high dependency neonatal service. With support from our multi-skilled team you will be able to utilise your clinical knowledge and experience to provide specialised, family centred nursery care to babies (from 32 weeks’ gestation) with a range of clinical conditions (including Bubble CPAP and High flow).
As a ANUM within Box Hill Hospital Special Care nursery, you will be required to provide clinical leadership through support and education to patients/clients and nursing/midwifery staff within the unit
You will be part of a highly dedicated team of medical, nursing, clerical and allied health professionals. We pride ourselves on providing our patients with timely access to high quality care.
We offer great learning opportunities and career progression. We are a supportive, diverse and cohesive unit.
About you

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.
Selection Criteria
Essential: Neonatal experience
Essential: Preferably NICU certificate
Contact Person

Sound leadership skills
Recent experience in a Neonatal Unit or NICU (essential)
Current valid nursing registration with AHPRA
Excellent interpersonal, communication and networking skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team strong commitment to high quality, family-centred care
Post-graduate neonatal nursing qualifications
A willingness to embrace Eastern Health values and contribute to a positive team culture
The flexibility to accept a full rotating roster
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
Diverse and engaging career opportunities
Friendly & supportive team
Flexible working hours
Salary packaging options
Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!