Nurse Unit Manager - Perioperative Services

Peri-operative Nurse Unit Manager Darwin Private Hospital The Darwin region is renowned for its tropical weather, spectacular sunsets, great fishing spots, and laid-back lifestyle, come and join our team! Are you an RN looking for an amazing opportunity to further your career?Culture of caring; both patient and employeesRemuneration $114,908 p.a. A unique opportunity exists for a highly motivated Registered Nurse with exceptional leadership and clinical skills to join our management team, is this you? Position Responsibilities: The position is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the ward/unit to complement the strategic direction, operational processes, budget and business direction of the hospital/facility. You will provide operational direction for the unit/ward to ensure efficient and effective management of the area and coordinate the delivery of nursing care that is evidence based. In addition you will be accountable for the effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels. You will undertake direct patient care as required providing guidance and support to less experienced members of the nursing team. Darwin Private Hospital is the only provider of private hospital services in the Northern Territory. As part of the Healthscope Group of Hospitals, it is a licenced 122 bed hospital providing a broad range of multiday and day surgery including, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Plastic and Reconstructive, Urology, Gastroenterology and ENT and Cardiac Catheter Laboratory. Our world-class private hospital attracts patients from across the greater Northern Territory, Western Australia, remote aboriginal communities and even offshore. We are co-located with Royal Darwin Hospital and partner in delivering specialised care to patients from across the top end of Australia. Selection Criteria: Current Registration with AHPRAWorking with Children checkPrevious experience at NUM level or equivalentExperience in the Acute settingDegree in relevant specialty areaCompliance with ACQSHC National standardsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsA strong commitment to developing in a management roleA commitment to a high standard of clinical and customer focused careHigh degree of computer literacy including MS office and various data basesAbility to work cohesively within a team environmentProven time management and prioritisation skillsDemonstrate a sound knowledge base in labour managementDemonstrated HR management experienceDesirable Criteria: A management degree or working towardsYour wage is based on the current Darwin Private Hospital - Nurses and Midwives - Enterprise Agreement - 2021-2024 ($57.97-$62.28) Applications close: 11th of March 2024 For further enquiries: Vanessa Frewin, Director of Nursing - vanessa.frewin@healthscope.com.au To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application process. Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details of two professional referees.