Special Care Nursey Associate Nurse Unit Manager

About The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our Special Care Nursery (SCN) team in a 12-month temporary position. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of nursing staff, ensuring the highest standards of care are provided to our patients.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for a senior neonatal nurse to develop leadership skills while supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in the day-to-day operational and clinical management of the SCN.

At Frances Perry we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients in the special care nursery. We operate a 14 bedded special care nursery caring for patients from 31 weeks gestation. We provide CPAP and High flow when required for our patients.

About the Role

As the ANUM, you will:

• Support the Nurse Unit Manager with clinical leadership and unit coordination
• Provide clinical expertise and supervision to nursing staff
• Assist with staff allocation, skill mix and shift coordination
• Promote a safe, high-quality, family-centred model of care
• Support quality improvement, policy adherence and accreditation standards
• Act as a positive role model and mentor within the multidisciplinary team

About you

• Significant experience in Special Care Nursery / Neonatal care
• Postgraduate qualification in Neonatal Nursing (or working towards)
• Demonstrated leadership or relief ANUM experience
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
• A collaborative and supportive leadership style
• Commitment to excellence in neonatal and family-centred care
• Availability to work across a rotating 7 day roster

About us

Frances Perry House is a leading private maternity and women’s health hospital in Melbourne. The hospital accommodates 93 beds including surgical and maternity units, Level 4 Special Care Nursery, 6 birthing suites, 4 operating theatres, a day surgery unit and urodynamics procedure room. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people.  We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

What We Offer

• A supportive and experienced neonatal leadership team
• Opportunity to develop leadership and management skills
• Exposure to operational, clinical and quality portfolios
• A collegial and inclusive workplace culture
• Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.  
• Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 

Requirements

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse or midwife
• Provide or complete a National Police Check (conducted within the last 12 months)
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

How to Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For further information/enquiries please contact Nurse Unit Manager- Sarah Weston on WestonS@ramsayhealth.com.au

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com