Associate Nurse Unit Manager - DOSA/Endoscopy
Associate Nurse Unit Manager – Short Stay Unit
Full Time
We are offering an exciting opportunity for the right candidates to join Northpark Private Hospital.
The successful applicant will have high level interpersonal skills, demonstrated experience in high quality patient care, labour management, and the decisive ability to problem solve. You will be motivated to continue in your own professional growth and service development through the unique opportunities this role will offer. Experience in acute surgical nursing is essential. Team leader experience is preferred.
Northpark Private Hospital has grown to become one of the largest private hospitals in Melbourne’s North, offering a wide range of surgical, medical, maternity, mental health and early parenting care for its patients. We offer state of the art equipment in a world class facility, diverse and friendly teams, and an emphasis on work/life balance.
Joining our team means you’ll be part of a passionate and innovative team who always strive for better, and will have the opportunity to flourish and grow.
We are also embarking on our exciting new Expansion Project to be completed over two stages – End 2023 and 2024.
Work has commenced on the major expansion of both the Northpark and LaTrobe Private sites to ensure we meet the growing demand for quality health care across Melbourne’s Northwest.
At Northpark Private Hospital, we have:
· 5 operating theatres, Day Surgery Unit & Surgical Ward
· Maternity ward with 3 birthing suites & Specail Care Nursery
· Expansion of our established Mental health wards by 22 beds including a 10 bed older persons’ unit
· Growth of support areas for Mental health expansion ie group spaces, meeting rooms, interview spaces, a gymnasium and patient support areas
· A 7 bed Early Parenting Unit which accommodates families struggling with unsettled babies and parents’ mental health
At Latrobe Private Hospital we will open in February 2024 boasting 4 state of the art operating theatres, Day Surgery unit and a 34 bed surgical ward.
Essential Criteria:
· Current Registration with AHPRA
· Working with Children check (if relevant)
· Acute Nursing Experience (Early Parenting/Sleep Settling/Mental Health Preferred/Maternity)
· Commitment to Quality Patient Care
· Compliance with ACQSHC National standards
· Sound clinical decision making and problem solving skills
· Excellent communication and customer service skills
· Works well independently and within a team
· Basic computer skills
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care.
Our people are at the heart of our organisation – no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day.
As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for. Healthscope opens the door to endless opportunities for our people, giving them the flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development and education and support our people to grow and flourish securely.
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
While our hospital network is vast, Healthscope is a family. We support each other, we share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.
Come and be the difference in our patient’s lives.
Applications close: 6th May 2024
For further enquiries: Nicole Bail - nicole.bail@healthscope.com.au (03) 9468 0123
To Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application process. Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details for 2 professional referees.