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Form of work
- Full time, Permanent position available for a suitably qualified Nurse Unit Manager within Macquarie University Hospital, as part of MQ Health.
- Competitive remuneration ranging from $123,713 to $133,068 in line with the Nursing Enterprise Agreement and access to salary packaging via Maxxia to maximise your take home pay.
- Be part of a University owned, innovative academically integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged
The role:
We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced senior registered nurse to lead a strongly knit and dedicated team of nurses in our busy General Surgical Ward (patients across Neurosurgical, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Endocrinology, Rheumatology). The Nursing Unit Manager (NUM), Wards is responsible for the provision of efficient and effective operating services that achieve optimal patient outcomes. They ensure the delivery of high quality nursing care in accordance with legislative requirements and professional guidelines. The NUM manages the resources and staff of the specialties within their discipline mix. They will provide management, mentorship and support in the achievement of excellence in nursing practice. The NUM will promote a culture that embraces best practice and identifies, evaluates and incorporates appropriate emerging trends in the practice of the clinical disciplines within their unit.
Reporting to the Director of Nursing, we are currently seeking a mature minded, experienced and motivated Nurse Unit Manager for a Full time role in Ward 2 which cares for patients across General Surgical - colorectal, urology, bariatric and plastics.
About you:
You will hold a strong ability in delivering high-quality nursing care in accordance with legislative requirements and professional guidelines. You will have demonstrated experience within this work area and in in managing a discipline mixed teams and providing management, mentorship, and support in the achievement of excellence in nursing practice.
Key Accountabilities of the role include (not limited to):
- Provide leadership to all staff in the nursing team to support their professional growth, development and integration into the multi-disciplinary care team
- Provide effective, efficient coordination of services for patients throughout the hospital across the continuum of care
- Collaborating with other health professionals within MQ Health in developing, monitoring and reporting key clinical indicators
- Promote quality activities and coordinate quality improvement initiatives to maintain a culture of continuous improvement
- Manage, assess and develop staff e.g. development, implementation and review of Induction and education programs, Performance Reviews to meet individual needs and achieve organisational goals
About Us:
Macquarie University Hospital is Australia's first and only private not-for-profit teaching hospital on a university campus. The hospital sits under the umbrella of MQ Health, encompassing the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences and other specialised clinical services. Modelled on renowned international university hospitals, our approach to treatment is based on combining the best available knowledge, expertise and technology to ensure our patients receive a comprehensive and integrated service, as well as the utmost compassion, support and care.
Set in the expansive grounds of Macquarie University, amid one of the fastest growing areas of Sydney and conveniently placed within walking distance of the new Macquarie University Metro Line, this 152-bed hospital combines state-of-the-art facilities with world's best clinical practice.
We offer fabulous Employee Benefits including:
- Salary sacrifice options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us
- Post graduate study and ongoing education support through scholarship programs
- Corporate private healthcare rates
- Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool, and Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate
To Apply:
To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your CV and 1-2-page Cover Letter:
- Previous management experience within colorectal, urology, bariatric and plastics surgery
- Delivery of effective leadership and management skills with ability to take initiative in resolving issues and problems.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, ensuring that multiple people with different agendas are working efficiently to the same end.
- Effective interpersonal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team
- Motivational, problem solving and leadership skills.
- Strong commitment to quality improvement initiatives
- Adept at fostering positive working relationships.
Role Specific Conditions:
- Post graduate management qualifications or working towards
- Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Immunisation screening
- Valid Working with Children Check
- Criminal History Check
