#533038 Nursing Unit Manager

5A – Acute Medicine

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Fixed Term – Full Time

• Fixed Term, Full Time (5 Month contract)
• Salary Classification: Nursing Unit Manager Level 2
• Remuneration: $67.13 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDO's.

THE ROLE:

The Nursing Unit Manager is responsible for the provision of leadership and direction to ensure the development and maintenance of a high performing, evidenced based safe and effective Acute Medicine Service. The Nursing Unit Manager will operationalise strategic plans and department direction within Acute Medical Ward, this includes providing operational input into the development of these plans.

Additionally, the Nursing Unit Manager is accountable for the efficient and effective management of the Acute Medical Ward and the integration of nursing practices within Calvary Mater Newcastle.

This position is a leave relief position to commence in April 2025. This will be a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to build on their clinical leadership, management and patient centred care coordination skills in a supportive acute medical environment.

DUTIES:

• Provide leadership for Clinical Acute Medical Services within the hospital. This includes promotion of an integrated service within Calvary Mater Newcastle (Nursing Services).
• Responsible for coordination and performance of the Acute Medical Ward in conjunction with the Operations Manager to ensure service provision, patient assessment, care planning, care coordination and continuing management is in accordance with professional standards and legislative requirements.
• Participate in and facilitate the promotion of research and evidence based care as appropriate.
• Participate in relevant clinical network and stream activities, providing professional leadership for nursing Acute Medical Services within CMN.
• Act as a role model and champion of change by driving the development, implementation and evaluation of contemporary, evidence-based models of care, clinical practices, guidelines and standards that ensure service delivered in the acute medical unit is appropriate, coordinated, safe, efficient, timely and cost effective.
• Manage nursing professional issues: Ensure that all services provided are in line with current professional standards of practice by providing professional support to senior and junior nursing staff on matters relating to Awards, conditions of employment and WH&S matters.
• Responsible for the professional development of all nursing staff and unit based administrative staff in the Department; participate in undergraduate, post-graduate, nursing education and training; including effective implementation of CMN Performance Development Program and mandatory education requirements.

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ABOUT YOU:

• Registered Nurse authorised to practice by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Relevant postgraduate management qualifications or experience, or working towards.
• Nursing Unit Management or In-Charge experience in an acute/subacute facility and or ambulatory setting and ability to work proficiently in periods of high demand and activity.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and manage a team in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage financial and human resources.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to improving health care through quality improvement and implementation of evidenced based care.

For further information please contact Niamh Finch, Acting Operations Manager, General Medicine and Palliative Care on email: Niamh.finch@calvarymater.org.au  

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.
• An eligibility list may be created for future opportunities.