We are seeking a highly passionate, dynamic and engaging Nurse Unit Manager within a mental health inpatient facility.As a department Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide operational direction of the ward by ensuring efficient and effective fiscal management and promote high quality clinical care for our patients.
As the leader of this unit you will be a key part of the hospital's management team and will provide support to the Director of Nursing and the General ManagerGreat LocationExciting opportunities within Mental HealthMental Health adult general services – Brand new facilityAbout the Role: The Victoria Clinic is seeking an expereinced Registered Nurse with excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for delivering high quality patient care.
Are you ready to take the next step in your careers and become an Nurse Unit Manager?
About usThe Victoria Clinic is currently a 115 patient-bed private psychiatric facility located on Malvern Road in Prahran.
This architecturally designed, purpose-built mental health facility specialises in the provision of high quality inpatient mental health services.Here, the focus is you.
Our highly skilled and highly qualified care team of Psychiatrists, Clinicians and other professionals will ensure that your experience is the best it can be.Being part of the local community has distinct advantages for our patients.
We are committed to providing healthcare services in a supportive environment that allows patients to be treated close to home and with the support of their family and friends.Key Responsibilities:Providing operational direction for the unit to ensure efficient and effective managementCoordinating the delivery of nursing care that is evidence basedEnsuring the delivery of excellent patient and family centred care in a team focused environmentProviding guidance,



mentoring and support to your teamBe accountable for the effective management of human, financial and material resourcesUndertaking direct patient care, as requiredCompliance with ACQSHC National standardsEssential Criteria:Current Registration with AHPRARegistered Nurse with at least 5 years' experience in inpatient mental health settings Knowledge of NSQHS/ACHS StandardsUnderstanding of HoNOSProven experience building and leading high performing teams with a service excellence approachDemonstrated ability to foster positive working relations with a wide range of diverse stakeholdersDemonstrate a good knowledge base in labour managementUnderstand the requirements of private health fundingExcellent verbal and written communication skillsA commitment to a high standard of clinical and customer focused careHigh degree of computer literacy including MS office and various data basesAbility to work cohesively within a team environmentWhy Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care.
Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families.
As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.You'll also benefit from: Continuous career development,



education & support provided to encourage growth Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only) We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.Applications close: 21 October ****To apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form.
For any questions, please reach out to Neil Meikle at ****** - Director of Nursing Ph: ************Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details for 2 professional referees.If you are successful, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant nursing experience against the current nursing Enterprise Agreement the "Healthscope - Victoria - Nurses' and Midwives' Agreement *********" NUM Classification of $*******.More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority.
We are also committed to child safety.
We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children.
Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment.
Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
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📌 Nurse Unit Manager - Mental Health (Melbourne)
🏢 Healthscope
📍 Melbourne