Nurse Unit Manager - Day Medical Unit

About Northern Beaches Hospital
Northern Beaches Hospital provides world-class, Level 5 delineation services for both public and private patients. The hospital features 486 beds, 50-bed Emergency Department, 20-bed general and cardiothoracic ICU, 14 state-of-the-art theatres including cardiac catheter labs, world-class education centre, doctors lounge and excellent staff facilities including café and car parking. 
From cardiothoracic surgery and neurosurgery to luxury maternity and excellent emergency care, Northern Beaches Hospital has a wide range of services that can help you build a healthcare career in your chosen field. 
We are proud to be home to some of Australia’s leading clinical specialists and a training ground for the clinicians of the future.  The Northern Beaches Clinical School is an innovative partnership with the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University. NBH also has partnerships with other tertiary education institutions including well-respected nursing schools.   
Northern Beaches Hospital offers staff opportunities to gain unique experience in a growing teaching hospital. Our culture is young, friendly and open to ideas. 

About the Role

The Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) position is responsible for providing leadership and direction to complex department services to complement the strategic direction, operational processes, budget and business direction of the NBH. The position will:

·         provide operational direction for the unit to ensure efficient and effective management of the service and coordinate the delivery of nursing care that is evidence based. In addition the position will be accountable and responsible for the effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels. 

·         participate in the marketing initiatives of NBH to promote growth, help identify clinical areas for expansion and represent the hospital at external clinical forums (as applicable).

·         undertake direct patient care as required providing guidance and support to less experienced members of the nursing team. 

·         work as part of the health care team, adhere to Healthscope and NBH policies and procedures and key performance indicators, participate in working parties or committees (as required) demonstrate a commitment to quality improvement through National Safety & Quality Healthcare Standards (NSQHS), Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and achievement of NBH accreditation. 

·         will maintain a personal and professional development portfolio with a commitment to ongoing learning and development.

Qualifications - Mandatory

·         Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) 

·         Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent

·         Post graduate qualification in Oncology Nursing or Leadership and Management (or equivalent) or commitment to complete – graduate certificate or higher

·         A minimum of 5 years clinical experience in chosen specialty

·         Recent experience managing a department (including acting or deputising into the Manager role)

·         Experience in the delivery of investigational products and management of patients participating in clinical trials

Qualifications - Desirable

·         More than 5 years clinical experience in chosen specialty

·         Experience in the private healthcare system

Benefits we offer:

·         Discounted onsite parking

·         Discounted gym memberships

·         Employee Assistance Programs

·         Salary Packaging for novated lease

·         Bulk Billing services for employees and immediate family members.

Further Enquiries: Please contact Joanna Hayward, Acting Medicine Service Manager at joanna.hayward@healthscope.com.au 

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.
Successful applicants are required to provide evidence of a satisfactory current Police Record Check (within last 2 months), a Working with Children Check, Health Medical assessment and Immunisation assessment prior to commencement.