Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Requisition No: 8248 Executive Division: Operations Division: Aged General Medical Sub Acute Services Program: AGMS - Sunshine 2 Department: Ward GC Enterprise Agreement: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Secto Job Function: Nursing Role Summary - Location: Sunshine Hospital - Employment Type: Ongoing, Full Time - Salary: NUM Level 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging About the role Are you an inspiring clinical leader passionate about aged care innovation?

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Health is seeking a visionary Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to lead our dedicated 30 bed subacute GEM and specialist Dementia Support Unit at Sunshine Hospital. In this pivotal leadership role, you will champion person-centred care, manage unit resources effectively, and foster a supportive, high-performing multidisciplinary environment. You will lead a passionate team of ANUMs and nursing staff, driving continuous quality improvement initiatives aligned with our Best Care framework.

About you - Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration - Proven senior clinical expertise in Dementia Management and Acute Aged Care - Strong operational capability across financial, workforce, and EBA management - Exemplary negotiation, problem-solving, and team-building leadership skills 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 servicesto 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.

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Health operates four acute public hospitals:Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s),Footscray Hospital,Williamstown Hospitaland 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.

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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 setting.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare. Closing date 11:59pm on 11 August 2026.

Enquiries For further information about this role, contact Dylan D’Roza via [email protected] 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.

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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).

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Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

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

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Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.

📌 Nurse Unit Manager - Ward GC (GEM & DMU) (Melbourne)
🏢 Western Health
📍 Melbourne