About HammondCareMake a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare.
We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise.
We've been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life's most difficult circumstances.
Whether it's in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do.
It's not just care, it's HammondCare.
About the roleThe fixed term 12-month full-time role of Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) in the Palliative Care ward works within the Mission and Mission in Action of HammondCare to use skills and knowledge in leadership, management and clinical practice in consultation with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal health in a patient-focused service.
You will be joining a high-performing and passionate team that truly believes in a patient-centric approach to care.HammondCare is a NSW Health-affiliated organisation all NSW Health transferrable entitlements will be recognised.Essence of the roleYou will be in charge of the unit,



team and all aspects of the healthcare environment and takes overall responsibility for the standard of nursing care and clinical practice that are evidence-based and reflect current practiceThe NUM is pivotal to the coordination of patient care, unit management and leadership of the professions of nursing to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care and effective use of resourcesBe a clinical role model for all nurses working on the unitYou will manage complaints and critical incidents related to the service in conjunction with Director of NursingFacilitate patient flow to ensure timely admission, transfer and discharge of patientsActively participate in the development and maintenance of professional and clinical standards of practice of the nursing and administrative teamAct as a clinical resource person by assisting, advising and supporting all staff and students in all aspects of the performance of their dutiesParticipate in strategic and business planning for their serviceParticipate in budget planning,



monitoring and reporting of unit financial statusAbout youNSW Registered Nurse – List ARelevant clinical and management experience in a related specialityTertiary qualifications in management or relevant work experience or combination of study and work experienceKnowledge of the management and delivery of healthcare servicesDemonstrated understanding of Work Health Safety issues and Equal Employment OpportunityDemonstrated ability to evaluate clinical services and manage changeExperience managing a team of skilled professionalsA current driver's licence and safe driving recordStrong administrative and computer skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamEmpathy and patience.Benefits - What are we offeringMarket-leading remunerationSalary packaging; $9,010 annually for living expensesLeave benefits – purchased additional annual leaveAdditional training & career development opportunitiesReward and Recognition ProgramFitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.Free independent, confidential counselling services, wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you & your family.Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, RepairsExclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and SamsungReady to make a change?
Apply Now by clicking this link: any specific queries please contact Cassandra Dearing at ****** date: 10th March ****HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion.
We thrive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves.
All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to staff screening, a criminal record and immunisation checks.

📌 Nurse Unit Manager - Hammondcare (Victoria)
🏢 HammondCare
📍 Victoria