Associate Nurse

Job Requisition ID: 5860

Legal Entity: Monash Health

Location:
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168

Employment Type: Full Time

Posting Date: 15 Oct 2025

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About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated nurse to join our dynamic Theatres team as Associate Nurse Manager at the Victorian Heart Hospital.

• Associate Nurse Manager – Cardiac Theatres (Peri-Anaesthesia)
• Ongoing Full-Time | 76 hours per fortnight (1 EFT)

This pivotal role oversees anaesthetic services across the Victorian Heart Hospital, including the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratories, MRI, and CT suites, as well as our state-of-the-art operating theatres.

About Us:

Join Australia's First Dedicated Cardiac Hospital – Victorian Heart Hospital

The Victorian Heart Hospital is Australia's first dedicated cardiac hospital and the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. As a standalone facility co-located with the world-renowned Monash University and the Victorian Heart Institute, it delivers innovative, holistic, and patient-centred cardiac care for all Victorians.

This state-of-the-art hospital integrates world-class clinical care, cutting-edge research, and leading education and training, representing a powerful model of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Cardiac Theatres – Leading the Way in Cardiac Surgery

Home to a suite of purpose-built cardiac theatres, the Victorian Heart Hospital offers a range of Australian-first cardiac services. Once fully operational, the hospital will perform over 2,000 open-heart surgeries annually, supported by advanced surgical capabilities and a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.

About You:

You are a passionate and experienced nursing leader who brings:

Current AHPRA registration and eligibility to work in Australia

Postgraduate qualifications in perioperative or anaesthetic nursing (highly desirable)

Proven leadership experience within a theatre or perioperative environment

A strong commitment to mentoring and developing high-performing teams

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

The ability to influence, resolve conflict, and foster a culture of collaboration

A proactive and organised approach, with excellent time management skills

Proficiency in clinical systems and computer applications

A commitment to delivering holistic, patient-centred cardiac care

- A role model for clinical excellence and professional integrity

In Return:

As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:

• Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
• Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
• Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
• Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria's largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.

At Monash Health, you'll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further,please call Joanne Ferrier on

Position Description can befound here

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the 'Application Guide'

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.

Applications close: Wednesday 29 October 2025