Associate Nurse Unit Manager – CMH Aged Care – Internal Only

Casterton | Aged Care

Part Time

Join a values driven organisation making a real difference

$60.9394 per hour - $62.9921 per hour (dependant on qualification) + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Benefits

Build Your Career. Make a Real Difference.

Are you a Registered Nurse with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care? Join Western District Health Service as an Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM), where you’ll work in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager to lead clinical care, support your team, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every day.

This is a role for someone who values collaboration, mentorship, and continuous improvement — and who wants to play a key role in ensuring safe, high-quality care while helping to shape a positive and supportive aged care environment.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our committed aged care leadership team, you’ll provide clinical leadership, operational support, and person-centred care through:

Leadership & Operational Management —
Support the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) in the day-to-day management of the unit and, in their absence, undertake key leadership responsibilities to ensure the effective management of human and other resources, while maintaining quality care and financial viability.

Clinical Oversight & Care Coordination —
Respond to changes in residents’ clinical conditions, initiate appropriate interventions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure timely, safe, and effective care delivery.

Consumer, Family & Stakeholder Engagement —
Develop and maintain professional and therapeutic relationships with residents, families, carers, general practitioners, allied health professionals, sessional health providers, and external agencies to support coordinated service provision.

Resource & Financial Management —
Monitor and promote the effective use of resources, working within budgetary parameters and maintaining awareness of funding processes and unit-based business objectives to support financial sustainability.

Quality Improvement & Service Excellence —
Foster a culture of continuous quality improvement by supporting activities and initiatives that enhance service delivery, clinical practice, and resident outcomes.

Risk Management & Safety —
Promote a culture of risk awareness and accountability,



supporting processes and activities designed to improve safety, minimise risk, and maintain high standards of care.

Team Collaboration & Professional Contribution —
Participate in meetings, committees, and working groups as required, actively contributing to organisational goals, service development, and the achievement of unit objectives.

What You Bring

- Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration
- Experience in aged care (desirable), particularly working with people living with dementia
- A genuine commitment to person-centred care and resident wellbeing
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Sound clinical judgement, attention to detail, and accountability in practice
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
- Understanding of professional standards, legislation, and safe work practices

Why Join Western District Health Service?

About Us

Western District Health Service (WDHS) is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg Shire. As the region’s largest employer employing over 1000 people, we provide a comprehensive range of acute inpatient, residential aged care, and community health services, supported by a strong culture of teamwork, community connection, and excellence in rural health delivery.

We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace for our staff, consumers, and visitors, guided by our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.

Discover Life in Casterton:

The Casterton township is nestled amongst the rolling hills and river red gums of the Glenelg River Valley, 359 Km west of Melbourne and 42 Km east of the South Australian border.

Joining the CMH team presents an opportunity to advance your career while maintaining a outstanding lifestyle and work / life balance. You will be close to the Gariwerd (Grampians) National Park and beautiful beaches in Warrnambool,



Port Fairy and Portland. CMH is also less than 45 minutes from one of Australia’s most celebrated wine regions.

To learn more about the Glenelg Shire, visit:

To learn more about WDHS, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/about-us/
To explore the region, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/

What we offer:

- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Supportive team environment and strong clinical leadership
- Access to ongoing education and professional development
- A workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging
- Meaningful work making a difference in rural health outcomes

Interested?

For more information, view the position description at

For a confidential discussion, contact Kym Peter, Director of Nursing: 55542550 or [email protected]

How to Apply

To apply via our careers page, commence your application by completing the form below and selecting “Next” to continue.

If applying through SEEK, simply click “Apply” and follow the prompts.

Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close: Monday 31st August 2026
Applications will be reviewed as received — early applications are encouraged, as the role may close once filled.

Western District Health Service and Casterton Memorial Hospital is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace fair and transparent recruitment practices and recognise the unique strengths, experiences and perspectives people bring from all walks of life.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.

If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team on 55518225 — we’re here to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably.

Successful applicants will be required to hold (or be willing to obtain) a current National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. Compliance with WDHS immunisation and vaccination requirements is a condition of employment.

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📌 Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Aged Care - Internal Only (Casterton)
🏢 Western District Health Service
📍 Casterton