Employment Type - Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 32

Job Category - Nursing - Midwives

Req Id - 9315

Broaden Your Horizons

Line up your life and career with us at Barwon Health in Victoria, Australia

- Be part of a passionate and supportive aged care team & make a genuine difference in the lives of residents and their families every day
- Access ongoing training and professional development to grow your career
- Highly sort after Permanent part-time position Associate Nurse Unit Manager in Blakiston Lodge, Adzen - 32 hours per fortnight

About the role

The successful applicant will take a leadership role in strategic and daily issues with well-developed problem-solving abilities and proven ability to support change. Hold a sound level of nursing skills and is easily identified as a role model of clinical competence. Demonstrate clear knowledge of team function and ability to work and support a cohesive team. Have a commitment to flexibility and innovation in practice including an evidence-based approach to care. Demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development and computer skills in Microsoft Outlook (or other e-mail system), Word, Excel and Internet skills to enable quality communication.

You'll ensure the effective provision of patient care in the assistance of nursing staff in the areas of resident welfare, comfort, hygiene and transport to achieve and maintain quality patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the delivery of high-quality, holistic nursing care tailored to each resident's individual needs.
- Manage and support residents with empathy, professionalism, and evidence-based strategies.




- Lead and mentor care staff to ensure a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal clinical and emotional outcomes.
- Uphold our organisation's values of respect, compassion, and integrity in every interaction.

What we're looking for

- Registered Nurse qualification with current professional registration
- Significant post-registration experience in aged care nursing
- Demonstrated leadership or management experience within a clinical setting
- Strong knowledge of clinical governance, patient safety, and quality standards
- Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Extensive professional development opportunities
- Attractive salary packaging advantages

- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

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Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations,



cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at

All appointments are subject to:

- Satisfactory Police Record Check
- Immunisation Status Clearance
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact person: Roz Nolan / Arati Niroula
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

Application closing date: 17 September 2026

Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external or access the careers page through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.

📌 Associate Nurse Unit Manager, Adzen (Victoria)
🏢 Barwon Health
📍 Victoria