Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Critical Care

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Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Critical Care Applications close Sunday 23 March 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Full time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: As per advertisement Occupation: Medical and Nursing Location: Warrnambool Reference: VG/1847075Southwest Healthcare offers a dynamic and supportive environment where employees are valued and empowered to make a difference in the lives of the community. With a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care across a diverse range of services, we prioritise professional development, work-life balance, and a collaborative team culture. About the role South West Healthcare's Critical Care Unit is seeking a motivated, highly skilled, and experienced Registered Nurse to provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Critical Care team in the position of Associate Nurse Unit Manager. The unit provides care to a broad range of complex patients ranging from neonates to the elderly. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role, supporting a dedicated team while fostering a positive and professional work environment. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality care to patients and their families, working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager to uphold clinical standards, ensure exceptional patient outcomes, manage resources effectively, supervise staff, and contribute to the overall management of the unit. Position overview Full-time (80 hours per fortnight), On-going position Rotating Roster (Morning/Evenings/Night Duty) Warrnambool Campus Associate Nurse Unit Manager Year 1 or Year 2 Salary Range: $112,174 - $115,949.60, plus superannuation What you bring A Registered Nurse - holding a current Registration Certificate as required by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Relevant postgraduate/tertiary qualification in Critical Care / Emergency Nursing A minimum of five years post-graduate nursing experience, with demonstrated excellent clinical assessment skills. Demonstrated strong clinical, safety, and professional standards within the Emergency environment, including patient-centred care. Demonstrated ability to serve as a role model, effectively solve problems, and provide strong supervision and support to staff. Demonstrated ability to communicate orally, electronically, and in writing. Demonstrated commitment to professional development of self and others. Relevant postgraduate/tertiary qualifications in Management What we offer You will enjoy benefits such as: Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing, and additional superannuation contributions Internal and external professional development opportunities A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs Excellent terms and conditions of employment Who we are As an organisation, SWH prides itself on its values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity, and Leadership and its overall dedication to the local community. SWH respects all individuals and promotes equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds, and socio-economic status. SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health, and aged services. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000, Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast. Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 23 March 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description. Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 with the classification ANUM Year 1 or Year 2 with salary range $112,174 - $115,949.60. The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following: Contact Ryan Sherman, Nurse Unit Manager Critical Care #J-18808-Ljbffr