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Assistant Nurse Unit Manager – Rehabilitation | Mornington Peninsula

Assistant Nurse Unit Manager – Rehabilitation | Mornington Peninsula

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Salary: $5 - $6 PerHour

Salary: $5 - $6 PerHour

Posted: 2026-02-03

Reference: 1645003

A great leadership opportunity exists for a motivated and aspiring Assistant Nurse Unit Manager to join a dedicated team on the Rehabilitation Ward at a private hospital on the Mornington Peninsula. This is a part-time, permanent position working night duty, requiring flexibility to work a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting staff, maintaining high standards of patient care, and contributing to a positive team culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE
In the Assistant Nurse Unit Manager role, you will work closely with and support the Nurse Unit Manager in the smooth day-to-day operation of the ward. You will act as a key point of liaison between surgeons, patients, and the multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong clinical knowledge and competence within an acute care environment, along with a genuine passion for patient-centred care. You will consistently deliver a high standard of customer-focused service aligned with the hospital's values and bring exceptional communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting.

REQUIREMENTS
  • Current Registration with AHPRA;
  • Minimum three (3) years' nursing experience in an acute setting and/or rehabilitation setting;
  • Clinical leadership experience or postgraduate speciality qualifications will be highly regarded;
  • Current or previous experience working in a rehabilitation unit desired;
  • Demonstrated personal commitment to ongoing professional development.

BENEFITS

  • Flexible work opportunities;
  • Free access to LinkedIn Learning;
  • Access counselling, well-being services, legal and financial assistance;
  • Flexible Leave Program;
  • Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts;
  • Salary sacrifice opportunities, e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing, and more.

REMUNERATION

On offer is a base hourly rate ranging from $55.92 + superannuation + levels of experience and qualifications.

ABOUT THE FACILITY
The hospital, located on the Mornington Peninsula, is a 205-bed facility equipped with 4 operating theatres, a high-dependency unit, and a short-stay unit. This modern facility offers a wide range of local services, including orthopaedic, general, breast, and plastic surgery, as well as endoscopy, urology, gynaecology, oncology, and general medicine.

APPLICATION PROCESS
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