About the role The Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) is an expert clinical practice registered nurse who provides an evidence based and contemporary operational management and nursing leadership within a Correctional Centre or Detention Centre within Prison and Youth Detention Health Services. The Nurse Unit Manager provides expert contemporary nursing knowledge, skill utilising contemporary evidence based clinical practice to guide high quality, safe clinical services to deliver patient centred care for consumers within the correctional or detention environment. About you Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following: Demonstrated ability to apply specialised knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and theory in Prison and Youth Detention Health Services nursing. Demonstrated management experience and capability with an ability and commitment to practice collaboratively within the and the broader multidisciplinary health care team to deliver high quality care. Demonstrated data analysis; outcome evaluation; service improvement and development skills. Demonstrated management knowledge and skills specifically human resource management and advanced financial literacy within the healthcare environment. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships, open communication, and a positive environment within a multidisciplinary team, actively contributing to the learning and development of others to a high standard. Mandatory Requirements: Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16 About West Moreton Health West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships. To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link Benefits 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply) 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation Professional development Salary sacrificing options Wellness programs Employee Assistance Service (EAS). To apply Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role. Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
