Associate Nurse Unit Manager – Medical Ward | Melbourne North West

Are you an energetic, customer service-focused Registered Nurse with leadership experience?

We're recruiting an Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) for a busy private hospital in Melbourne's north west, offering a supportive team environment and commitment to quality patient care.

About the Role
As Associate Nurse Unit Manager for the Medical Ward, you'll provide clinical leadership and play a key role within a collaborative team to ensure patients receive exceptional care throughout their hospital experience. This permanent part-time position offers the opportunity to complement strategic direction, operational processes, and quality management across the ward.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the Medical Ward, ensuring alignment with strategic direction and operational excellence
• Deliver clinical operational direction for the unit to ensure efficient and effective management
• Coordinate evidence-based nursing care delivery across the ward
• Manage the effective daily operation of human, financial, and material resources
• Ensure compliance with ACSQHC National Safety & Quality Healthcare Standards
• Lead and mentor nursing staff to maintain high standards of patient care
• Demonstrate sound knowledge in labour management and workforce coordination
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and best practice implementation

Essential Requirements

• Current AHPRA Registered Nurse registration
• Valid Working with Children check
• Previous experience at Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) level or equivalent
• Demonstrated compliance with ACSQHC National Standards
• Strong commitment to developing management capabilities
• Computer literacy including MS Office and various databases
• Proven ability to work cohesively within a team environment
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Sound knowledge base in labour management
• Demonstrated HR management experience
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities

Benefits of This Position

• Permanent part-time role with work-life balance
• Free on-site staff car parking
• Close to public transport for easy commuting
• Supportive management team committed to staff development
• Strong focus on quality patient care and clinical excellence
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Discounted health insurance options
• Education and support provided to encourage career growth
• Flexibility to work across multiple hospitals within the network

About the Hospital
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established private hospital located in Melbourne's north west. With 186 registered beds, this busy acute care facility provides a comprehensive range of services to its community.

Hospital Facilities Include:

• 12-cubicle Emergency Department
• 4 operating theatres
• 12-bed Critical Care Complex
• Busy Day Procedure Unit
• Medical Ward with diverse patient presentations

Clinical Specialties:

• Orthopaedics
• General Surgery
• General Medicine
• Oncology
• Cardiology
• Urology
• Plastic Surgery
• ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat)
• Gynaecology

The hospital's diverse range of services provides ANUM-level nurses with exposure to varied clinical presentations and the opportunity to develop leadership skills across multiple specialties. The supportive team environment and commitment to quality patient care make this an ideal setting for experienced nurses looking to advance their management careers.
Located in Melbourne's north west, the hospital offers convenient access via public transport and the added benefit of free on-site staff parking—a rare advantage in metropolitan Melbourne.
  
Why Apply Through IHR Group?
IHR Group is a specialist healthcare recruitment agency dedicated to connecting experienced nurses with permanent positions across Australia. With 12 years of experience in nursing recruitment, we offer a personalised, friendly approach that sets us apart from larger agencies.

Our Service to You:

• Completely Free – Our service is entirely free for nursing candidates
• Fast Response Times – As a boutique agency, we respond quickly with simple, streamlined procedures
• Personal Support – You'll work directly with our experienced recruitment team who understand your career goals
• Expert Guidance – We'll support you through every stage of the application and interview process
• Ongoing Communication – We maintain regular contact and keep you informed throughout your recruitment journey

How We Help:

• Professional CV formatting and presentation to highlight your ANUM experience
• Direct access to exclusive nursing leadership opportunities across Melbourne and Australia
• Salary negotiation support to ensure competitive remuneration
• Interview preparation and guidance
• Assistance with reference checks and credentialing requirements
• Support with Working with Children checks and compliance documentation
• Dedicated support from application through to placement

Our team specialises in placing Registered Nurses in permanent roles across private hospitals throughout Australia, with particular expertise in ANUM positions, medical wards, surgical units, and specialist nursing roles across Melbourne's hospital network.

Ready to Apply?
Contact IHR Group today to discuss this Associate Nurse Unit Manager opportunity in Melbourne's north west.

Phone: +61 (0)2 9231 8481
Email: info@ihrgroup.com.au
Website: www.ihrgroup.com.au

We look forward to helping you take the next step in your nursing leadership career.