Nursing Unit Manager

3 days ago


Cessnock, Australia Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network Full time

**Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time
**Position Classification**: Nurse Unit Mgr Lvl 2
**Remuneration**: $129,235.88 - $129,235.88
**Requisition ID**: REQ495105

**Position Title**: Nursing Unit Manager (NUM2), Primary Care - PFT - Shortland 3/4 Correctional Centre, Cessnock Correctional Complex

**Just the place** to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most
- Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

**_ The Role_**

The position will provide leadership and manage the delivery of health care services for all patients admitted to the Correctional Centre. The position is an integral part of nursing administration and has responsibility and accountability for planning, development, implementation and evaluation of health services for patients and for overseeing the delivery of those services. This includes the co-ordination and monitoring of service provision, and implementing and monitoring activity relating to service planning and development and policy development.
This position is required to interface effectively with other managers and service directors within theNetwork and Corrective Service New South Wales (CSNSW) custodial and program staff. The position holder will work within Justice Health and NSW Health policies, procedures and guidelines as well as CSNSW rules and regulations as set out in the relevant legislation.

**_Our location, team, and service_**

No matter how you like to unplug from the world, The Hunter region has you covered. Whether it’s taking the road slowly travelled on horseback (Upper Hunter); or pitching a tent by a quiet river (Barrington Tops), there will be endless opportunities to disconnect. Cessnock is the perfect place to explore beautiful countryside. Begin your adventure with scenic drive and discover great family attractions, such as Hunter Valley Zoo and Werakata National Park.

Shortland 3/4 is the perfect clinic for any Registered Nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and increase your responsibility. If you are looking to progress to the next stage of your career then this is the role for you.

**_Salary & Benefits_**

Your salary of $129,235.88 - $129,235.88 p/a (+ super and leave loading) is just the beginning. You’ll also have access to:

- Additional allowances of up to $3.88 per hour
- Access to salary packaging benefits + Access to ADOs
- A fitness passport (if you’re eligible)
- Free onsite parking to minimise your commute time
- Fantastic training & education opportunities available

**_ Diversity & Inclusivity_**

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.

**_Ready to Apply?_**

The first step is to submit your resume and your answers to the following targeted questions:

- Provide an example demonstrating your negotiation and influencing skills to leverage resources from cross-functional work teams to deliver successful outcomes. What were your keys to success?
- Describe a time when you identified and shared a business process improvement in a large organisation or shared services environment. What was the suggested business process improvement and how did you work with customers or key stakeholders to codesign the solution?
- Provide an example of a time when you were asked to assist your team or unit to understand an organisational direction and explain the reasons behind decisions. Describe the situation, how you helped others to understand the rationale, and the outcome.

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**Applications Close: Sunday, 30th of June - 11:59pm


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