Nurse Unit Manager

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent Full Time Position (80hrs per f/n) + monthly ADO
• Nurse Unit Manager Level 2 (NM11)
• Located at the Alfred
• Great staff benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging

About the Team
Home, Acute and Community is a clinical program across Alfred Health. The program oversees a diverse group of services promoting effective seamless care, from acute care back into the community. These services are provided in people's homes, community centres and in hospital when indicated.
The 15 bed Sub Acute Geriatric Evaluation and Management ward is a new purpose  built unit based at The Alfred and planned to open in February 2025.  The unit will specialise in caring for older patients who need GEM level of care and that benefit from being collocated with acute services at The Alfred site. The unit will be a fast paced, dynamic environment with a diverse and complex patient group. Our passionate and highly skilled multi-disciplinary team will work together to achieve excellence in quality patient care.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Manager to lead the establishment of a new unit in partnership with the interdisciplinary Ward Leadership Team. The role will oversee Nursing recruitment, establishment of an interdisciplinary vision for the service and the implementation of a comprehensive orientation and team building plan. 
To deliver this service, the Nurse Manager is responsible for operational performance targets, budget and risk management for the unit. The role oversees the implementation of systems and processes to improve patient outcomes and experience and supports excellence in nursing and interdisciplinary clinical practice. 
Skills & Experience
Essential

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRA
• Degree in healthcare / business management or working towards same
• Recent extensive clinical nursing experience in relevant health service.
• Current and satisfactory Police Check
• Current and satisfactory Working With Children Check

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Danielle Bolster, Deputy Director of Operations - Health of Older People, via Executive Assistant 03 9076 6603.

Applications closing 11pm AEST, Friday 8th November 2024.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au