Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Day Oncology Centre
Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Day Oncology Centre
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Job Description
Your role at St John of God Geelong Hospital
You will act as a responsible and effective team member and will assist in the overall clinical management of the ward. As an ANUM you will be responsible for the provision of comprehensive patient care and supervision of care given by junior staff as well as deputising for and assists the Nursing Unit Manager.
Our Oncology Centre is 15 Chair Day Oncology Centre comprising Oncology Haematology and medical patients which brings together clinicians from a wide range of disciplines associated with cancer treatment. Our centre operates Monday through to Friday 7am to 7pm. We pride ourselves on providing a high standard of professional and multidisciplinary care with compassion and expertise.
The Position
Monitors staff levels against budget/target levels related to number of bed days occupancy and patient acuity. Adjusts staffing levels in consultation with the Unit Manager and/or Coordinator according to changes in levels.
Provide leadership and direction to team in the absence of the Nursing Unit Manager and act as a role model and resource person.
Responsible for assisting the Nurse Unit Manager in following issues pertaining to human resources within the department and will assume full responsibility in the absence of the Nurse Unit Manager.
Maintains and promotes harmonious interpersonal relationships and effective team work between staff patient relative doctors and ancillary staff.
Participate as a valued team member promoting and contributing to a supportive team environment.
Participate in contribute to and implement quality improvement and risk management into all aspects of service.
Participate in the documentation of Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures for activities that could pose an OHS risk.
Raise OHS issues with appropriate caregivers and take part in OHS consultative arrangements.
Assess education needs at a ward level and assist caregivers to maintain a high level of clinical nursing skills by providing on shift support and structured education sessions.
Demonstrates progress towards the achievement of goals and personal and professional growth.
You will have a registration with Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse and at least 2 years post graduate experience in Oncology including completion of chemotherapy administration modules 1 and 2. Previous experience in a clinical managerial role or experience being in charge of an acute ward will be highly regarded.
To succeed you will have delegation planning organisational and motivational skills be committed to ongoing education and selfdirected learning and effectively communicate and educate patients family and staff. Previous experience in an Oncology/haematology setting will be essential to this position.
Post graduate certificates in Oncology / Haematology or Palliative care or Management is desirable but not essential.
Above all patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you
Salary: $107721 to $111330 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation
Permanent Part time positions working up to 36 hours a fortnight.
Salary packaging up to $18550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage rent meal entertainment holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
Novated leasing
work related expenses
selfeducation and
additional superannuation
A healthy worklife balance through flexible work options and wellbeing programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
Innovative Professional Development opportunities
Access to a range of Lifestyle Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts
All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role.
For enquiries contact Sandra Jess Nurse Unit manager on
Applications Close: 29/05/2025
At St John of God Health Care we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure welcoming and accessible and unified through our diverse community.
All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Part-Time
