Nurse Unit Manager - Special Care Nursery

Employment Type - Permanent Full Time; Permanent Part TimeHours per fortnight - 80Job Category - Nursing - MidwivesReq Id - 626

• Exciting opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive team environment
• Join a busy high dependency Neonatal Nursery at University Hospital Geelong
• Permanent Full Time position (80 hours a fortnight)

About Barwon HealthBarwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.About the facilityOur major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.The Special Care Nursery at Barwon Health is a Level 5 neonatal nursery. It has capacity for up to 20 cots and is staffed for 12 babies with the ability to increase as required. SCN was redeveloped with the assistance of the Cotton On foundation. The facilities are fresh and vibrant and include 2 resuscitation rooms, respiratory support capability for up to 4 babies, a separate parent lounge and 2 overnight rooms.About the roleIn the Special Care Nursery as the Nurse Unit Manager you will work closely with the Associate Nurse Unit Managers and the Clinical Nurse Specialist staff to provide care to neonates from 31 weeks onwards. Staffing is 1:3 according to ratios and self-rostering is available to staff covering all shifts with the opportunity to do ad-hoc 12 hour shifts.There are graduate programs catered for with a strong education and support nurse team training our future staff.As the manager you will be responsible for fiscal management of the unit, rostering, recruitment, retention and future planning for the new Women's and Children's building.If you would like a copy to the Position Description, please send an email to , with the job request ID and title. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.About the cultureThe Special Care Nursery is a busy workplace and our staff are positive, inclusive and promote a strong culture of support for all. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members and management who exhibit our Barwon Health values, respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation.Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.Attractive salary packaging benefits Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.- Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.

• Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes.

Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers., and theAppreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes.To learn more about the region,Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.This role must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health immunisation policy.Contact Person: Alyson SmithContact Phone: (03) 4215 2087Contact Email: alyson.smith@barwonhealth.org.auAdvertising closing date: 12 July 2024