Assistant Nurse Unit Manager- Day Surgeries
1 week ago
Lead with purpose. Deliver excellence. Shape the future of surgical care.
The OrganisationStep into a pivotal leadership role with a progressive and fast-growing healthcare organisation committed to delivering world-class patient care. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a Theatre Manager or Nurse Leader ready to take the next step into a ANUM position within Endoscopy within the Northern Suburbs of Melbourne.
Overseeing a modern, premium day surgery facility and 2 high performing specialist clinics, you'll be supported by an experienced executive team and empowered to lead a highly skilled clinical workforce. This is a long-term leadership opportunity where you'll play a key role in shaping the growth strategy and continuing to raise the bar in surgical excellence.
The RoleAs the Assistant Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide hands-on clinical leadership, and operational management of the surgical unit and clinics on site. Your expertise in perioperative care, along with a proactive approach to clinical governance, quality improvement, and staff mentoring, will ensure best practice standards are maintained across every aspect of the patient journey.
This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact-building on an already outstanding service and driving continuous improvement across all areas of care.
Key Responsibilities- Provide strong, visible leadership and mentorship to a multidisciplinary team
- Oversee the clinical operations of the day surgery and specialist clinics
- Ensure compliance with National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards
- Drive clinical governance, risk management, and quality improvement initiatives
- Monitor and manage budgets, resources, and performance outcomes
- Foster a positive, high-performing culture with a focus on safety and excellence
- Experienced ANUM or NUM or Theatre Manager with a solid background in endoscopy, perioperative or day surgery settings
- Demonstrated capability in team leadership, staff development, and operational management
- Strong working knowledge of NSQHS Standards, accreditation processes, and clinical governance frameworks
- Proficient in budget management and P&L oversight
- Endoscopy experience highly advantageous
- Passionate about delivering high-quality care and achieving outstanding patient outcomes
- A collaborative leader with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- A senior leadership role in a stable, supportive, and growth focused organisation
- Attractive salary package tailored to experience
- Genuine career progression
- No weekends or public holidays - enjoy work life balance
- Free on site parking
- Northern Suburbs community location, bustling and vibrant
- A chance to impact 2 incredible day clinics
If you're a passionate leader with a vision for excellence in day surgery care and a commitment to quality, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply online, please click on the apply button.
Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Tessa Vockler at quoting the reference number above.
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