Associate Nurse Unit Manager, Scrub/Scout

Employment Type
- Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight
- 50

Job Category
- Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)

Req Id -
5575

• Work with a passionate dynamic team who are committed to delivering great care
• Embrace the lifestyle of living and working in a coastal region
• Exciting permanent part time opportunity (50 hours per fortnight)

About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About The Facility
Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

The Operating Services at Barwon Health consists of 16 Operating Theatres and one endoscopy suite across two points of care; Main Theatre and Youang Surgery Centre. At Barwon Health we operate on an average of 25,000 procedures per year and across a vast array of surgical specialities; Cardiothoracic, Cardiology, ENT, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Oral Faciomaxillary, Opthalmology, Orthopaedic, Vascular, Urology and Plastics.

Operating Monday - Friday our seven Youang Surgery Centre Theatres provide high quality of care in a fast-paced environment for elective and emergency surgery management.

About The Role
You will be an experienced perioperative perioperative nurse looking to grow your career at this exciting time of expanmsion at Barwon Health. Key to your success will be your energy, enthusisam and passion for perioperative nursing and your ability to integrate into a busy, dynamic theatre team.

You must be a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.

Perioperative nurses with Management and/or Post Graduate qualifications in a relevant area will be highly regarded.

You must have excellent communication skills, be well organised and have good time management skills.

You Will Demonstrate The Ability To

• Deliver consumer centred care that meets best practice standards and in line with Barwon Health requirements
• Establish and maintain effective communication within a multi-disciplinary team so that patients receive quality ongoing care
• Facilitate service coordination where possibel to ensure broader health and well-being issues are supported
• If you are looking to take on a challenging and significant role, we urge you to apply

About The Culture
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
• Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

About Geelong
- Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.

• Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
• Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
• Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
• Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes

To learn more about the region, click here.

Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.

We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you.
Please note we do not accept resumes via email.
Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.

This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.
**Contact person: Emily Capomolla

Email:
Application closing date: 27th, August 2025**
Position Description

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