Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Job no: 865874
Work type: Full time
Location: Eyre and Western
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery
- Eyre and Far North Local Health Network, Kimba Hospital
- Salary: RN/RM2A $100,343 - $107,279 p.a + superannuation + leave loading + allowances + salary sacrifice benefits
- Permanent Full time position working over a 7 day roster
Exciting Leadership Opportunity: Associate Nurse Unit Manager at Kimba Hospital
Kimba Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Associate Nurse Unit Manager to join our team and make a significant impact on our nursing services.
About the Role:
As the Associate Nurse Unit Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Nurse Unit Manager and leading our nursing team in both General and Emergency settings. In this position you will be responsible for the management, leadership and support of the nursing team's continuity of care at Kimba Hospital.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Nurse Unit Manager in providing effective leadership and guidance to the nursing team.
- Collaborate with other Nurse Unit Managers to promote seamless care and implement practice changes.
- Oversee performance management processes, including recruitment, staffing, leave management, and rostering.
- Manage work allocation, attendance, and financial and supplies planning and monitoring.
- Use your nursing expertise to support and mentor less experienced team members.
- Play a vital role in maintaining high standards of care and operational efficiency.
The Region
The Eyre and Far North Local Health Network (EFNLHN) covers almost 340,000 square kilometres of spectacular South Australia, supporting about 40,000 people living around Eyre Peninsula and the Far North of the state.
With its ancient outback landscapes and culture, boutique vineyards, renowned oyster farms and Australia’s best-kept-secret surf coast, the Eyre Peninsula and Far North offers a lifestyle that will inspire and energise you. The region enjoys a Mediterranean style climate so there’s plenty of opportunity to enjoy everything the region has to offer. From surfing and fishing to hiking and exploring the outback – create your best life, right here.
EFNLHN is South Australia's highest performing Local Health Network, focused on improving the experiences of patients and consumers, supported by a caring and compassionate culture. EFNLHN's hospital and service sites are based in some of the State's premier tourist destinations, with friendly local communities who value and embrace their health service and its staff.
Why Join Us
- Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the Kimba community.
- Being part of Eyre & Far North means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
- Job security and inclusions: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation, leave loading, zone allowance), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is.
- Relocation reimbursement of up to $15,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
To find out more about working in Eyre and Far North LHN visit Eyre and Far North LHN | SA Health
Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.
Check(s)
- DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
- National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 865874
Application Closing Date
4 December 2024 - 11.55PM
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