Associate Nurse Unit Manager - An-Acc

Job Description

Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Barmera Salary $103,353 to $110,497 p.a. (pro rata) - RN / M2A Ongoing Part Time (20 hours per week) Contract Join Our Dedicated Team at Barmera Health Services! Are you a compassionate and experienced nurse looking to take the next step in your career? Barmera Health Services is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Associate Nurse Unit Manager to join our collaborative team. If you’re passionate about leadership, professional growth, and delivering excellent patient care, we want you to be part of our vibrant healthcare community. About the Role : In this role, you'll provide expert, person-centred care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients and clients. You'll also have the opportunity to lead, guide, and mentor a dedicated team of nurses and midwives, creating a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. Working alongside the Nurse / Midwife Unit Manager, you'll help manage daily ward and unit activities, including staffing, performance management, and ensuring efficient service delivery. You'll play a key part in driving change management initiatives and supporting the implementation of practice improvements. Additionally, you'll contribute to the education and development of student nurses and less experienced staff, sharing your knowledge and experience to help them grow in their careers. Key Responsibilities : Oversee clinical care, monitor patient plans, and ensure high-quality outcomes. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve service delivery issues. Encourage professional development through clinical teaching and mentorship. Contribute to research and clinical audits to improve patient care. What you'll need : Registered Nurse / Midwife with a minimum of 3 years’ post-registration experience. Experience in supervising and developing less experienced staff. Demonstrated leadership in nursing practice and service management. A commitment to patient-centred care and continuous improvement. Why Barmera Health Services and RMCLHN? At Barmera, we prioritise your professional growth and well-being. Join a supportive team committed to making a difference in the community. The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn. We will provide support, both personally and professionally. Give you access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role. Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments. Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee feels a sense of belonging and safety. Offer salary sacrifice benefits. Provide Relocation Support, where applicable. Looking for a change in scenery? – Nursing & Midwifery The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements : DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position. Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A. SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease : Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref : 890903. Ready to make an impact? Apply now to become part of our dedicated team! #J-18808-Ljbffr