CRVCID 746262

This recruitment process offers a Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

We currently have 1.0 FTE available.

South Metropolitan Health Service, every employee contributes to delivering safe, high-quality care to our community. Guided by our vision of Excellent health care, every time, we place research, innovation and continuous improvement at the centre of everything we do. We are building a culture of shared learning and leadership that reflects our commitment to being Collectively One, Locally Led. Through tailored development programs, leadership opportunities and contemporary ways of working, our people are empowered to grow, thrive and make a meaningful difference across every site and portfolio.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our Amputee and Trauma Rehabilitation Ward. In this leadership role, you will support the Nurse Unit Manager in the day-to-day management of the ward/unit, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care and fostering a positive team culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Registered Nurse looking to advance their leadership career while continuing to provide exceptional clinical care.

The successful applicant works with the Nurse Unit Manager to provide effective leadership and efficient management of the designated area of specialty in line with the Fiona Stanley Hospital strategic direction. The ANUM works collaboratively to improve the quality of patient care and promote desired outcomes in the patient population requiring rehabilitation management and care. As a senior nurse the ANUM has professional accountability to the Director of Nursing and Midwifery and provides mentorship and role modelling for nurses and contributes to the advancement of the profession, in keeping with the vision and values for Fiona Stanley Nursing.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist the Nurse Unit Manager in the operational management of the unit.
- Provide clinical leadership, guidance, and support to nursing staff.
- Coordinate patient care activities to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
- Promote evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Support workforce planning, staff education, and professional development.
- Monitor and maintain clinical standards, policies, and accreditation requirements.
- Act as Nurse Unit Manager in their absence, as required.




- Foster a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment focused on excellent patient outcomes.

Want to know more? We encourage you to contact Johnson Paily, Nurse Unit Manager - Amputee and Trauma Rehabilitation on 08 61528***.

About us

Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment! SMHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.

Fiona Stanley Hospital (FSH) is an 863-bed tertiary and quaternary hospital providing a broad range of specialised healthcare services. These include the State Rehabilitation Service, a comprehensive cancer centre, dedicated mental health facilities, maternity, paediatric and neonatal care, as well as the State Adult Burns Service. FSH also delivers highly specialised treatments such as heart and lung transplantation and hyperbaric medicine.

Application and assessment support

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and assessment process, please contact Johnson Paily, Nurse Unit Manager - Amputee and Trauma Rehabilitation on 08 61528***.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

How to apply

Your application should include:

1. A copy of your current CV
2. A statement addressing the suitability criteria, and specifically the Essential Criteria in the JDF in no more than 2-3 pages
3. The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role. Please note referees may be contacted as part of the initial assessment process.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.





If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Employee Benefits

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

- Career development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location-based allowances
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Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within SMHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

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