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- Permanent, Part Time, (32 hours per week)
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Pro-active & supportive leadership
About the Role
The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) is recognised as a clinical leader within the nursing team and works as a delegate of the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to model the core values of St Vincent’s through effective leadership and management of the nursing team.
The ANUM is responsible for ensuring the delivery of evidence-based nursing care that meets professional, organizational, legal and ethical standards in order to optimize care for our patient cohort. The ANUM provides effective oversight of the daily operations of the department and utilizes their clinical knowledge to support the professional development of the team.
Under the direction of the NUM, the ANUM will be responsible for fostering a positive team culture, a safe working environment and the effective utilization of financial resources and continuous improvement.
Position duties:- Lead and direct nursing staff to ensure a high standard of patient care is delivered in accordance with the values and health care philosophy of the Sisters of Charity
- Support the NUM with the daily running of the ward including bed management, staff management and attending relevant meetings
- Act as a clinical mentor and role model for all staff, to ensure the highest professional standards are maintained
- Implement and support organisational change as directed by the Nurse Unit Manager
- Ensure incidents are accurately documented and investigated at the time of the incident and reported in Riskman
- Demonstrate an understanding of the unit targets and how they can be achieved
- Participate in quality activities, allocated portfolio and implementation of the NSQHS standards
- Provide clinical direction and acts as a resource person to all nursing staff
Classifications for this position will range between YW11 - YW12 ($106,834.00 - $110,432.10 per annum pro rata).
Your Contribution- Experience in palliative care nursing – minimum 3 years in specialty area.
- Experience as ANUM or similar leadership/management role
- Leadership qualities with proven ability to direct, enthuse and encourage a multidisciplinary team
- Experience in conflict management/negotiations
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills which allows for effective communication with patients, visitors and staff at all levels
- Demonstrated ability to assist and support change
- Knowledge of and commitment to continuous quality improvement
- Degree in general nursing which meets the registration requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation agency (AHPRA)
- Current Nursing AHPRA Registration
- Current National criminal history check
What we Offer - A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- A healthy work/life balance encouraged.
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
- Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
- Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
- Culture of continuous improvement
About Caritas Christi
Caritas Christi, Kew is a specialist palliative care unit caring for patients with a life limiting illness who may also have multiple medical co-morbidities. The focus of care is interdisciplinary, holistic and supportive to provide excellence in end-of-life care, symptom management and complex discharge planning.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
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Registered NurseSt Vincent's Hospital
| Location | Melbourne |
| Job Reference Number | JR148526 |
| Classification | Registered Nurse |
| Job Type | Permanent/Part-Time |
| Estimated Salary Package | $110K - $150K |
| Closing Date | 24-05-2026 |
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