Position: Associate Nurse Unit Manager Acute - Options for Permanent night duty Company: Kerang District Health Location: 13-15 Burgoyne St, Kerang VIC 3579 Are you a passionate and dynamic nurse ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking enthusiastic Associate Nurse Unit Managers to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated nurse looking to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. As an Associate Nurse Unit Manager, you will: Lead with Compassion and Dedication: Provide high-quality care to our residents, working alongside a dedicated team to ensure a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment. Career Progression: We are committed to your growth! With opportunities for further development, you will be supported in your journey. Work in a Dynamic Environment : Be part of a collaborative team where you will manage day-to-day operations, ensure the delivery of excellent care, and drive positive change in the facility. Make a Difference: Use your passion and leadership skills to influence and enhance the quality of care in our aged care facility, ensuring residents receive the best care possible. Job Description: Kerang District Health invites applications for the position of an Associate Nurse Unit Manager Night Duty Acute Ward. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing superior patient care while managing the day-to-day operations of the nursing unit in collaboration with the Nurse Unit Manager. Responsibilities: 1. Ensuring high standard delivery of nursing care to all patients within the unit by maintaining a safe and comfortable environment. 2. Assisting the Nurse Unit Manager in overall leadership and management of the unit, including making decisions on the allocation of resources, staffing issues, and unit budgets. 3. Encouraging and promoting continuous professional development among the nursing staff to enhance the quality of patient care. 4. Participating in the recruitment process, performance evaluation, and providing effective mentorship and support to new and junior staff members. 5. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. 6. Managing and resolving patient complaints professionally in collaboration with the Nurse Unit Manager. 7. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records and ensuring adherence to clinical governance and regulatory standards. 8. Implementing effective strategies to manage change within the unit. 9. Participating in audits and quality improvement projects relating to patient care and safety. Required Qualifications: 1. Bachelor of Nursing 2. Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). 3. Strong clinical knowledge and experience in aged care settings. 4. Demonstrated leadership, strong interpersonal and decision-making skills. 5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 6. Demonstrated commitment to Kerang District Health CARE values 7. 3 Direct Line managers for referees 8. No Medication or Supervision restrictions on registration Please note that all applicants must be currently eligible to work in Australia. Prior experience in a similar role in a healthcare setting will be an added advantage. Kerang District Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all suitable candidates.
