Associate Nurse Unit Manager

The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital is a world class specialist hospital in eye and ear care providing services across Victoria. As Australia’s only specialist eye, ear, nose and throat hospital, the Eye and Ear has been providing care for the senses for over 160 years. The Eye and Ear has almost 90 different outpatient clinics for the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of vision and hearing loss and provides a 24-hour emergency eye and ear, nose and throat service. Every year the Eye and Ear cares for nearly 200,000 patients, with over 136,000 outpatients, over 42,000 emergency patients and over 14,000 inpatients. The hospital recently completed a major redevelopment to create a modern internal structure and to improve access for patients, visitors and staff.

Our Vision

We will inspire and advance specialist eye and ENT care

Our Mission

We improve health and wellbeing outcomes through excellence in:

1.           Clinical Care

2.           Teaching

3.           Education

4.           Research

5.           Innovation

Associate NUrse Unit Manager - Emergency Department

About the Role

The Eye an Ear Emergency Department is currently seeking a Part Time Associate Nurse Unit Manager to work 4 days a week. 8 hrs (am/pm) or 10 hrs (night duty) rotating shifts.

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Associate Nurse Unit manager (ED ANUM) for our Emergency Department specializing in Eye and Ear, Nose and Throat care. The successful candidate will play a critical role in overseeing the daily operations in the department, ensuring high-quality patient care, and leading a team of healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and support the nursing staff in the Emergency Department
• Oversee patient care activities and ensure adherence to clinical protocols and standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate effective patient management.
• Assist in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promote a culture of safety.
• Manage department budgets and resources effectively.

Qualifications:

• Current nursing registration (APHRA)
• Previous experience in emergency nursing, with a focus on eye and ear care preferred.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience is desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and safety

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our dedicated team and be part of a leading healthcare

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, a working with children check (if applicable) and evidence of vaccination status.

Centrally located, close to public transport and a short walk to the CBD, we offer considerable employee benefits, including salary packaging, subsidised car parking as well as educational support

The Eye and Ear is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free from harassment or discrimination and to promoting cultural diversity and awareness in the workplace.

The Eye and Ear is a smoke free environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. 

At The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, we are committed to supporting people with disability to gain employment and develop their careers; we encourage you to apply. If you would like further information about this role, please contact the hiring manager or the people and culture department to discuss.

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Applications close 21/11/2024