Overview

The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) will be a valued member of the Kerferd team and support the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to provide strong leadership and role modelling by ensuring a high level of consumer care and service provision. The ANUM will be able to function in complex situations while providing support and direction to all members of the nursing and multidisciplinary team. The ANUM will also be able to provide clinical and administrative management of the unit in the absence of the NUM and on a shift by shift basis.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and role modelling for high-quality consumer care; support and direct nursing and multidisciplinary team members; manage the unit clinically and administratively when the NUM is absent; navigate complex situations; maintain high standards of service provision.

Qualifications

- Current eligibility to practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Postgraduate Qualification in Mental Health Nursing/Master in Mental Health Nursing
- Demonstrated competence in consumer centred care and problem solving skills at an advanced level
- Demonstrated ability to work within a team structure in a multidisciplinary environment
- Knowledge and prior involvement in quality improvement activities, staff development, research and/or risk management
- Proven ability to exercise sound judgement in ethical,



clinical and management issues
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development

Employment Type

This is a full time opportunity.

Salary

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

Equal Opportunity

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre‑employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Vaccinations

All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID‑19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well‑being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

Benefits

Dynamic work workplace and collaborative team culture; flexibility for balancing work and life commitments; comprehensive learning and growth opportunities; inclusive workplace culture.

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📌 Associate Nurse Unit Manager (Australia)
🏢 Albury Wodonga Health
📍 Australia