Associate Nurse Unit Manager – Orthopaedics | Melbourne

A new opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Registered Nurse to step into a role as Perioperative ANUM of Orthopaedics on a permanent full-time basis at a private hospital located in the suburbs of Melbourne. 

As the Orthopaedics ANUM, you will provide clinical leadership and operational support across our perioperative theatres, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care. You will work collaboratively with the Nurse Unit Manager, Floor Coordinators, surgeons and the broader multidisciplinary team to support day-to-day theatre operations, staff development and quality improvement initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing clinical and operational leadership within the perioperative unit, including undertaking in-charge and floor coordination duties;
• Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in workforce management, rostering, performance development and staff engagement;
• Maintaining high standards of clinical practice in accordance with organisational policy, ANZCA, ACORN and NSQHS Standards;
• Leading and participating in quality improvement initiatives, audits and portfolio work;
• Fostering a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture;
• Collaborating effectively with Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs) and multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient flow and outcomes;
• Supporting the education, mentoring and professional development of junior and developing staff.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Current Registration with AHPRA;
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in Operating Theatres / Perioperative Services;
• Previous ANUM, In-Charge, Acting or Floor Coordinator experience (highly desirable);
• Advanced clinical skills and demonstrated experience in orthopaedic perioperative nursing;
• Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing and/or Leadership & Management, or working towards (highly desirable);
• Demonstrated ability to lead, engage and develop staff;
• Strong communication, negotiation and decision-making skills;
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment;
• Ability to work collaboratively and autonomously using initiative and sound clinical judgement;
• Flexibility to participate in a rotating roster, including in-charge shifts, to meet operational requirements;
• Working knowledge of ANZCA, ACORN and NSQHS Standards.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Salary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take-home pay);
• Gain access to a discounted gym membership through the Fitness Passport;
• A great work-life balance with options to purchase additional leave - Monday-Saturday. No Public Holidays or Overnight Shifts;
• Free off-site parking and a cafe on site.

HOSPITAL INFO

The hospital, situated in the suburbs of Melbourne, offers a comprehensive range of healthcare services within its 56-bed facility. The hospital specialises in Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Maxillofacial Surgery, and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, with a particular focus on Hand Surgery.

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