Nurse Unit Manager

Nurse Unit Manager - Inpatient Oncology and Haematology Unit page is loaded## Nurse Unit Manager - Inpatient Oncology and Haematology Unitlocations: VIC - Melbourne, CBD & Inner Suburbstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: December 7, 2025 (29 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR145631## Job Description:• Senior nursing leadership opportunity • Friendly and supportive team environment• Full time, permanent position **About the Role** We are seeking a dynamic experienced nursing leader to be the next Nurse Unit Manager of our 22 bed inpatient Haematology/Oncology unit.The Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) is a professional and clinical leader in Cancer Services and plays a pivotal role in leading and inspiring all nurses in the inpatient 6W team to maintain and promote the professional standards of Nursing Practice within the unit. The NUM will be responsible for ensuring that the nursing values and specialised practice standards, safety standards and operational resources of 6W are in place to promote safe patient-centered care. The NUM will directly report to the Operations Manager of Cancer Services.* Lead nursing staff and other health care professionals in the delivery of the highest standard of patient care which incorporates the mission and values of the Sisters of Charity.* Provide clinical leadership and mentorship to nursing staff* Drive innovation and continuous improvement with reviewing systems/processes, implement changes through audits, reporting and quality initiativesClassifications for this position will range from **NM11 - NM12** ($126,074 - $130,509.60 per annum pro rata) **Your Contribution*** Demonstrated nursing leadership experience* Proven ability to lead exceptional safe patient centered care* Degree in Nursing which meets AHPRA registration requirements* Post-graduate qualification in Cancer Nursing* Completed (and current competency) to ADAC course**Cancer Services at St. Vincent's Melbourne**St Vincent’s Cancer Services is committed to providing exceptional care to patients and their families, with kindness and compassion. Working closely with Oncology and Haematology Units in partnership with multidisciplinary and support team of clinicians strive to provide the highest level of evidence-based care to our patients.**What we Offer** • A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs • A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off • Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals • Culture of continuous improvement St Vincent’s Cancer Services is committed to providing exceptional care to patients and their families, with kindness and compassion. 6W is an acute inpatient ward compromising of 22 haematology and oncology beds. Working closely with Oncology and Haematology Units in partnership with multidisciplinary and support team of clinicians strive to provide the highest level of evidence-based care to our patients. **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.## Closing Date:6 December 2025 11:59pm## Reconciliation Action Plan:*At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.**For further information, visit https or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au*## Code of Conduct:St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a Catholic not-for-profit healthcare provider with a reputation for compassionate care and world-leading innovation. Part of the St Vincent’s Health Australia group, we are a leading tertiary teaching hospital providing a comprehensive suite of services including acute medical and surgical services, emergency and critical care, aged care, diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative and residential care.Operating from 18 sites across greater Melbourne, this includes a major teaching, academic research and tertiary referral centre situated in Fitzroy, a soon to be established Rapid Access Hub at St Vincent’s Hospital on The Park, St George’s Health Service Kew, palliative care at Caritas Christi Hospice, as well as aged care, correctional health, mental health and community centres, pathology collection centres, general practice services and dialysis satellite centres. We continue to be at the forefront of care for Victoria’s most in-need communities.Employing more than 7,000 staff and with over 880 beds in daily use, the core aim of SVHM is to improve the patient experience through better access, superior outcomes and a more efficient and responsive health service.
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