Nurse Unit Manager

1 week ago


New Lambton, Australia Healthscope Full time

Are you looking for an opportunity to join the Healthscope team?

A vacancy have arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced Nurse Unit Manager in the Peri-operative Service department at Newcastle Private Hospital.

The position is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the peri operative service to compliment the strategic direction, operational processes, budget and business direction of the hospital.

The NUM (Floor Manager) will provide operational direction for the peri-operative service to ensure efficient and effective management of the area and coordinate the delivery of the nursing care that is evidence based. Be accountable and responsible for the effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels.

As a NUM (Floor Manager) your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing leadership and direction to the peri operative service.
  • Provide operational direction for the perioperative service to ensure efficient and effective management of the area.
  • Working as part of the healthcare team in the peri operative setting
  • Coordination and allocation of staff
  • Understanding of legislative requirements, ACORN and Sterilisation standards
  • Knowledge of accreditation processes and Quality/Risk management
  • Ensure workplace health and safety guidelines and policies are met
  • Assist in managing Budgets and attainment of budgetary targets and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Essential Criteria:

  • Current AHPRA Registration
  • Hold a current NSW WWCC
  • Bachelor of Science (Nursing)
  • 5 years' experience as an RN in the Peri operative setting
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
  • Post graduate qualification in perioperative nursing or working towards (Desirable)
  • Prior experience as an In-charge RN or Acting Floor coordinator (Desirable)
  • Human resource management experience (Desirable)

Why Healthscope?
We care about your career at Healthscope.

No matter where you go within our community of care, you'll be supported by great team leaders, be part of strong, innovative teams who always strive for better and have the opportunity to flourish and grow. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day. We are the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia.

But why does that matter? Our team is made up of over 19,000 highly experienced people working across a range of roles and specialisations. Supported by some of the best doctors in nationally, we come together to strive for better, sharing learnings, supporting each other, celebrating successes and facing challenges together.

Joining us opens the door to endless opportunities. We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development, specialisation and education, and support our people to grow and flourish.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

Applications close: 17th July 2024

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to Recruitment@healthscope.com.au

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check (no more than 3 months old) and a current working with children check prior to appointment and persons in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.


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