Associate Nurse Manager - Plastic Surgery - Dandenong
Dandenong, VIC, AU, 3175
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Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people's lives.
About the Role
Join our team as an Associate Nurse Manager on a part-time (0.8 EFT), fixed-term basis until November 2027, working at North Ward in Dandenong Hospital.
As an Associate Nurse Manager in North Ward, you will:
- Provide strong leadership across the day-to-day operations, clinical outcomes and management of unit/department employees, deputising for the Nurse Manager as required.
- Work collaboratively with the Nurse Manager and multidisciplinary team to demonstrate a commitment to person-centred care.
- Coordinate unit activities including workload delegation, rostering, nurse-to-patient ratios and patient admission/discharge flow.
- Undertake clinical training to deliver a high standard of care, and engage in quality improvement associated with the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards.
About Us
North Ward is a 20-bed surgical unit that specialises in plastics, reconstructions, ENT, maxillofacial, ophthalmology and gynaecology.
As a small unit, our team prides itself on being able to provide our patients with outstanding pre- and post-operative care.
We are committed to working with you to become your professional best. We offer clinical education sessions, on-the-job training and career progression to enable you to further develop your clinical and leadership skills.
About You
You may have demonstrated Associate Nurse Manager experience, or you have been developing your management and leadership skills working in charge, and are ready for the next step in your career. In either case, you can demonstrate compassion not only for patients and their families, but for the people you lead. Previous experience working as an Associate Nurse Manager is desireable.
You are adaptable to a changing environment, and a clear and positive communicator, quickly establishing rapport with the people you work with.
You are passionate about delivering patient-centred care, allowing you to engage with our patients and their families. Alongside your caring and engaging manner, you bring a positive work attitude and a strong people-person focus.
What You Need
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) via AHPRA.
- Experience working as an Associate Nurse Manager or equivelant is desireable
- A willingness to learn and grow your leadership capabilities through a commitment to a portfolio.
- Ability to work a rotating roster across day, evening and night duty shifts.
- Postgraduate study in management or leadership (desirable).
- Current Victorian driver's licence (desirable).
In Return
- Excellent career opportunity to utilise your clinical expertise.
- Be part of a highly skilled nursing team, dedicated to patient care.
- A supportive learning environment.
- Mentorship and career guidance.
- Educational support.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Kaitlin Lamb or Sara Masri, Nurse Manager on 0499 393 601.
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close 29th of October 2027