Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) - Queenstown

About the role

Skilled Nursing is recruiting an Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) for the West Coast District Hospital in Queenstown, Tasmania. The ANUM works in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager to provide clinical and operational leadership across inpatient and emergency services. The position is permanent, full-time and shift-based, up to 76 hours per fortnight, starting as soon as possible; hours may be negotiated. Visa sponsorship and relocation support are available for eligible UK/IE candidates.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day patient care activities and support patient flow.
• Provide high-level clinical knowledge and act as a resource and role model for staff.
• Support the Nurse Unit Manager in managing staffing, resources and service delivery.
• Promote a collaborative, professional team environment and a positive workplace culture.
• Assist with developing and reviewing protocols, guidelines and quality improvement strategies.
• Identify and mitigate clinical risks and support safety and compliance initiatives.

Required profile

• Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated experience in the relevant practice area, able to provide clinical leadership with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of patient flow, discharge planning and resource management.
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, able to lead and support a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong understanding of clinical risk, safety and quality systems.

What we offer

• Salary of $109,767 to $115,813 pro rata per annum plus 12% employer superannuation.
• Relocation assistance up to $15,000 for overseas appointees and up to $10,000 for interstate appointees.
• Visa sponsorship for eligible UK/IE candidates and accommodation support to be negotiated.
• Professional development, study leave, postgraduate allowance and rural professional development allowance.
• EAP access for you and your family and salary packaging options.

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