Nurse Unit Manager (Day Surgery)

Job Description

About us:The perioperative services as a whole include the Preadmission Clinic, Day Surgery Ward, Endoscopy Unit (Procedure Room), 5 Operating Theatres, Post Anaesthetic Recovery Unit (Recovery) and support is given to the Clinical Nurse in the Acute Pain Service. The Preadmission consists of 6 consult rooms with a 10-chair waiting area. Day Surgery consists of a 10 bed and 7 recliner open plan unit. The post Anaesthetic Care Unit has 9 bays which receives from 5 Operating Theatres, 2 Procedure Rooms as well as the MRI suite. Both elective and emergency surgical patients are managed within the service.About the role:The Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) is a Registered Nurse (RN) who is accountable at an advanced practice level for the coordination of meeting best practice standards for clinical practice, patient centred care within a multidisciplinary team for the Operating Theatres at Rockhampton Hospital through the provision of effective and efficient human and material resources.About you: Registration as a Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current practicing certificate are mandatory for this position. While not mandatory, a relevant post graduate qualification would be well regarded. Provide high standards of service delivery; provides service users with a positive perception of the work area by establishing and building effective and respectful partnerships. Demonstrates advanced clinical evidence-based skill and knowledge in surgical nursing, service coordination and interdisciplinary care management, evidenced by feedback, recency of practice and achieved clinical competencies. Demonstrated leadership proficiency through the articulation of team engagement principles and personal attributes that influence a positive team culture and achieve active collaboration across multidiscipline services. What we offer:Total remuneration value of up to $164,212 is comprised of: An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h. 12.75% employer superannuation contribution 17.5% leave loading Additional Benefits Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety Generous Salary Sacrificing Options Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounted Private Health Insurance Fitness Passport Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description. How to apply:To apply, please submit the following: Your current CV or resume, including referees. A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description. Any additional forms/evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description. Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements. For assistance, contact Recruitment Services at and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5B620419. Applications close: Sunday, 2 March 2025 Further information:We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each. #J-18808-Ljbffr