We are seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager to work in a full time (80 hours/fortnight) or part time (hours negotiable) capacity based at Natimuk.

ABOUT THE ROLE

- The Associate Nurse Unit Manager/Registered Nurse is to work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing/Nurse Unit Managers at Natimuk.
- They work with the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate and foster the provision of best practice standards of nursing care to the residents, their families and carers.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

- Effective communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to problem solve and make decisions in a variety of complex situations.

- Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in clinical care.
- Have an excellent understanding of iCare, ACFI and the Aged Care Quality Standards (aged care facilities).
- Registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

PRE-REQUISITES:

- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
- Working with Children Check.
- Fully vaccinated (including influenza)



as per current Department of Health Directives.

- Australian Driver’s License

KEY RESPONSBILITIES:

- Achieve results, innovation and drive change to deliver a high quality of clinical care.
- Quality, safety and risk management adherence to and monitoring.

- Managing the performance of the facility and direct reports on a shift-to-shift basis.
- To continuously improve health service delivery through effective risk management.

HOW TO APPLY: If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following information in one document:

- Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details for at least three referees.
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
- Response to the Key Selection Criteria found above, using recent examples of your experiences.

APPLICATIONS CLOSED 21 AUGUST 2026

📌 Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Natimuk
🏢 West Wimmera Health Service
📍 Natimuk