Internal Expression of Interest (EOI)

Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) – Aged Care

The Birches | Western District Health Service

- Internal Applicants Only
- Full Time and Part Time Applications Considered
- Hamilton, Victoria
- YW11 / YW12 Classification (dependent on experience)
- Opportunity to develop your leadership career within a supportive aged care environment

Step into Nursing Leadership at The Birches

Western District Health Service is seeking expressions of interest from current WDHS employees for the position of Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) – Aged Care at The Birches.

Working in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager, the ANUM plays a key role in supporting clinical operations, providing leadership to the nursing team and ensuring residents receive high-quality, person-centred care.

This is a fantastic prospect for an experienced Registered Nurse looking to further develop their leadership capability within a supportive and collaborative aged care environment.

What You'll Be Doing

Clinical Leadership

Provide day-to-day clinical leadership, mentoring and support to Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, Personal Services Assistants and Health Care Workers.

Dementia Care Excellence

Support the delivery of evidence-based, person-centred dementia care and contribute to creating a dementia-friendly environment that promotes dignity, choice and quality of life.

Operational Support

Work alongside the Nurse Unit Manager to support workforce management, resource allocation and the smooth operation of the facility. In the absence of the NUM, assume responsibility as Nurse in Charge.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, accreditation activities, risk management and compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards.

Person-Centred Care

Work collaboratively with residents, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care is delivered.

What You Bring

- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1




- Demonstrated clinical nursing experience
- Leadership capability and a passion for supporting and developing others
- Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to person-centred care and evidence-based practice
- Understanding of aged care legislation and quality standards
- Current Driver's Licence
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
- Rights to work in Australia

Interested?

For a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact:

Cheryl Smith
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For more information and to view the Position Description, please click here: Link

How to Apply

Current WDHS employees wishing to express interest in this opportunity should submit:

- A current resume
- A brief cover letter outlining their interest in the role and relevant leadership and clinical experience

EOI closes: Friday 30 October 2026

Please note this opportunity is being advertised as an Internal Expression of Interest and is open to current Western District Health Service employees only.

Western District Health Service 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 & Capability team on **************** — 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 (Hamilton)
🏢 Western District Health Service
📍 Hamilton