Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)

Location: Queenstown, Tasmania

Are you ready to step into a leadership role that blends clinical expertise with operational coordination in a rural hospital setting? Join our team at West Coast District Hospital in Queenstown, where you’ll support the delivery of high-quality care across inpatient and emergency services while helping shape the future of rural health in one of Tasmania’s most unique and rewarding regions.

The West Coast District Hospital is located in the mountainous Queenstown, the heart of Tasmania’s West Coast. A town of striking landscapes, rich mining heritage, and a resilient, welcoming community. Surrounded by dramatic mountains and steeped in history, Queenstown offers a lifestyle that blends adventure and tranquillity.

From the iconic West Coast Wilderness Railway to the panoramic views at Spion Kop Lookout, Queenstown is full of character. Whether you’re exploring heritage architecture, hiking rugged trails, or enjoying the slower pace of life, living here feels like a working holiday every day, while connecting with the local community and giving back to residents that call Queenstown home.

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The Role:

As Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM), you will work in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to provide clinical and operational leadership across inpatient and emergency services at West Coast District Hospital.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating day-to-day patient care activities and supporting patient flow.
• Providing high-level clinical knowledge and acting as a resource and role model for staff.
• Supporting the NUM in managing staffing, resources, and service delivery.
• Promoting a collaborative, professional team environment and a positive workplace culture.
• Assisting with the development and review of protocols, guidelines, and quality improvement strategies.
• Identifying and mitigating clinical risks and supporting safety and compliance initiatives.

You will need:

• Clinical Leadership: Demonstrated experience in the relevant practice area, with the ability to provide clinical leadership and work with minimal supervision.
• Operational Insight: Understanding of patient flow, discharge planning, and resource management within a contemporary healthcare framework.
• Teamwork & Communication: Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead and support a multidisciplinary team.
• Quality & Risk Awareness: Strong understanding of clinical risk, safety and quality systems, and the ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, full time and part time, shift worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: 

$106,570 to $112,440 pro rata, per annum. (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

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 (RN)

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Regional Allowances

• Remote and Rural Professional Development Allowance of $3,797 per annum
• 10% remote allowance

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Access to EAP for you and your family.
• Relocation assistance and accommodation support 

For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Renee Mansfield
Workforce Strategist
healthjobstas@health.tas.gov.au