Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) (529057)

Job Description

About Tasmania Government The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels. Northwest Regional Hospital Medical Unit consists of a 27-bed General Medical Ward, a 15-bed Isolation General Medicine Unit, and an 8-bed Acute Medical Unit (AMU) for short stay patients. We specialize in providing comprehensive care to people living with complex medical conditions including acute stroke, palliative care and end of life nursing, sepsis, respiratory and cardiac conditions, and acute delirium. The Isolation area provides care for various transmission-based infections including COVID-19. The Team champions Teamwork, Respect, Empathy, and Person-Centred Care, contributing to the health outcomes of our patients through excellence in practice. The Role: The North West Regional Hospital is seeking a dedicated Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join their team. The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) is an experienced nurse who, within the defined area of practice: Works in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and other senior staff to ensure the efficient and effective provision of care based on best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework. Assists the NUM with the planning and management of staff and resources and provides operational leadership through the coordination of the day-to-day patient care activities, including patient flow. Details of appointment: Permanent, full-time, shift worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from March 2025. Salary: $106,570 to $112,440 pro rata, per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type. Benefits available to eligible candidates: Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate. Professional development and accelerated pathways. A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support. Fitness Passport – Access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria: Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse. Desirable Criteria: Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate qualifications. For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr