Nurse Unit Manager

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• Free on-site staff car parking and close to public transport
  • Supportive Management Team
  • Day Oncology Ward
  • Free on-site staff car parking and close to public transport

If you\'re eager to grow in a dynamic, patient-focused environment and value a positive, supportive team culture, this role offers great opportunities for both professional development and a fulfilling work experience.

John Fawkner Private Hospital is seeking an experienced Nurse Unit Manager to join our team in our Day Oncology Ward. You will play a key role within a supportive team to ensure our patients have a great experience whilst we care for them.

• The position is responsible for providing clinical leadership to the Oncology ward to compliment the strategic direction, operational processes and quality management of all patients.
• You will provide clinical operational direction for the unit to ensure efficient and effective management by coordinating the delivery of nursing care that is evidence based.
• As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will be accountable and responsible for the effective daily management of human, financial, and material resources

John Fawkner Private Hospital is a fully accredited 186-bed acute care facility providing a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, cancer and critical care services. Equipped with advanced medical, surgical and diagnostic technology, John Fawkner Private is focused on meeting the growing healthcare needs of patients in our local community and surrounding regions. The Hospital has an established reputation as a leading healthcare provider, achieving recognition in many specialties throughout the years. Specialising in Cardiology, Orthopaedics, General Surgery and Cancer, the Hospital provides a comprehensive range of onsite medical and surgical services and delivering the highest standard in all areas of health care. As the largest private hospital with the only private 24 hr. Emergency Department and Critical Care unit in northwestern Melbourne, John Fawkner Private works with highly skilled visiting specialists who offer subspecialty expertise. John Fawkner Private Hospital has a long-established tradition for providing quality healthcare to our local community, the veteran community and patients travelling from regional northwest Victoria.

• Current Registration with AHPRA
• Working with Children check
• Previous experience at NUM level or equivalent (min. 3 years)
• Compliance with ACSQHC National standards
• A strong commitment to developing in a management role
• Computer literacy including MS office and various data bases
• Ability to work cohesively within a team environment
• Proven time management and prioritisation skills
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge base in labour management
• Demonstrated HR management experience

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.

Are you ready to Come and be the difference in our patient\'s lives?

Applications close: 28/09/2025

To Apply: Please click on the \'Apply\' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to recruitment@healthscope.com.au

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.