Nurse Unit Manager - Emergency

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

* 3 x 12 month fixed term positions available - 2 x maternity leave and 1 x long service leave*  
The Emergency Department (ED) provides 24/7 care comprising 50 beds & treatment spaces, the large ground floor area is divided into zones: assessment; paediatrics; short stay; adult acute; resuscitation (paediatrics & adult); mental health assessment. ED works closely with the adjoining bulk-bill Medical Centre to offer a choice of treatment locations appropriate to the clinical needs of patients. 
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Emergency Department team as a Nurse Unit Manager level 1. This role is full-time, rotating roster. We do 12 hours shifts on a 6 week pay averaging roster which allows good work - life balance! 
The position is responsible for providing leadership, clinical support and direction to the department to complement the strategic direction, operational processes, budget and business direction of the hospital.
You will provide operational direction for the department to ensure efficient and effective management of the area and coordinate the delivery of nursing care that is evidence based. In addition you will be accountable for the effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels.
As the Nurse Unit Manager you will undertake direct patient care as required providing guidance and support to less experienced members of the nursing team.

Selection Criteria:

·       Current Registration with AHPRA

·       Working with Children check 

·       Previous experience at NUM 1 level or equivalent

·       More than 5 years Emergency Nursing experience

·       Post Graduate qualification in Emergency Nursing

·       Compliance with ACQSHC National standards

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·       A strong commitment to developing in a management role

·       A commitment to a high standard of clinical and customer focused care

·       High degree of computer literacy 

·       Ability to work cohesively within a team environment

·       Proven time management and prioritisation skills

·       Demonstrate a sound knowledge base in labour management

·       Demonstrated human resource management experience 

Desirable Criteria:
A management degree or working towards

Employee Benefits:
Our OneHealthscope rewards program gives you access to a range of wellness benefits, discounted Healthscope services for you and your family.

·       Education and support

·       Opportunity to consolidate skills

·       Health and fitness benefits via Fitness Passport

·       Salary packaging for novated leasing, additional superannuation contributions and airport lounge memberships

·       Health insurance discounts and offers from our corporate partners

For further enquiries: 
Jo Watts, NUM ED via email: jo.watts@healthscope.com.au or phone: 0427021738
To Apply: Please click on 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.
If you are successful in the role, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant registered nursing experience against the current Healthscope and NSWNMA/ANMF – NSW Nurses and Midwives’ – Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024 , salary of $62.46 per hour.