Nurse Unit Manager

Requisition No: 5581

Executive Division: Operations

Division: Womens & Childrens Services

Program: Neonatal & Paediatric Services

Department: JKWCH_Ground Floor_Paediatric Ambulatory

Enterprise Agreement: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Secto

Job Function: Nursing

Project:

• Location: Joan Kirner Women's and Children's Hospital
• Employment Type: Ongoing, Full-Time/Part-Time
• Classification: NUM Year 1–3 (NM10–12)

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to lead our Paediatric and Neonatal Specialist Clinics and Immunisation Services. This pivotal leadership role provides visible and accessible management, ensuring the delivery of safe, coordinated and high-quality patient-centred care. The NUM will oversee operational, professional and clinical service management, while fostering a culture of inclusiveness, innovation and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strong and visible leadership, fostering a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement
• Oversee day-to-day operations including workforce management, patient flow, budget oversight, and achievement of KPIs
• Develop and deliver the clinical area business plan, aligning with divisional and organisational strategic priorities
• Mentor, support and manage staff to build capability and ensure high standards of care
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver safe, person-centred care and drive service innovation

About you

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Minimum 5 years post-registration with demonstrated leadership and management experience
• Strong knowledge of financial, workforce and clinical governance systems
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build and empower teams
• Postgraduate qualifications in management or relevant clinical field (desirable)
• Experience in ambulatory/outpatient services and knowledge of Department of Health access policies (desirable)

Position Description

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 28 September 2025.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Barbara Rischitelli (Operations Manager - Newborn & Paediatric Services) via email

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.