Nurse Coordinator (Overnight)
Nurse Coordinator (Overnight)
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Job Description
Due to increased growth we are on the hunt for a dynamic emergency and critical care veterinary nurses to fill our new overnight nurse coordinator roles. If you have a passion for emergency and critical care a positive attitude excellent communication skills and a team-first mindset we want you!
Ready for a new challenge Apply now and be part of something great!
About The Team
The emergency team consists of several veterinarians and nurses who work in a 24/7 hospital facility. Emergency and Critical Care specialists provide a trainee and residency program along with training and guidance opportunities for the emergency team members. The hospital also receives afterhours support from various specialist services to ensure optimal care and treatment plans for all animals.
Your New Role!
This position is responsible for ensuring the effective deployment of nursing services and workflow coordination of the Emergency and Critical Care section and after-hours Wards section. within The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University. the Section Head Nurse Supervisor Vet Supervisor Nurse Coordinators and Veterinary Leads together form the ECC leadership team responsible for the functioning of the ECC and After- hours Wards area.
Your Key responsibilities will include
- Supervise and lead ECC/ICU and WARDS after-hours nursing and support staff and coordinate activities ensuring that duties are performed to required standards.
- Facilitate and lead service decisions in conjunction with vet leads.
- In consultation with the ECC Nursing Supervisor and ECC Vet Supervisor ensure ECC and after-hours nursing and support staff are trained in relevant TAHMU policies procedures protocols and techniques including the use cleaning and maintenance of equipment and instruments to the required standard.
- Assist the ECC Nurse Supervisor in coordinating the further education and training of ECC
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Fixed Term Part Time/Full Time (12 Months) (up to 37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $77K $86K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions with the ability to sacrifice 5% superannuation into your base salary. As this role is in the overnight space the following allowances will apply:
Saturday and Sunday Shift Ordinary hours worked on a Saturday will be paid at 150% of the Professional Employees base hourly rate and on a Sunday will be paid at 175% of the Professional Employees base hourly rate for each hour worked. Afternoon Shift Ordinary hours finishing after 6pm and at or before midnight on any weekday will be paid at 115% of the base hourly rate for each hour worked. Night Shift Ordinary hours finishing after midnight and at or before 8am on any weekday will be paid at 130% of the base hourly rate for each hour worked.
Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with world-class facilities along with a variety of benefits including:
- Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 6% increase!
- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
- Indigenous Language Allowance
- Salary packaging options such as purchasing leave gym membership car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-campus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information check out our benefits and services page!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
- Your most recent resume (CV)
Selection Criteria:
1. Completion of a certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or completion of a relevant Diploma level qualification registrable in Western Australia.
2. Highly effective communication conflict resolution customer service and interpersonal skills and the demonstrated ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation.
3. Demonstrated ability and experience in Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Nursing.
4. Previous leadership experience and the ability to lead a team.
5. Excellent organisational time and workload management skills including the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.
6. Demonstrated ability to use initiative assume responsibility for tasks and projects and to resolve problems.
7. Ability to work positively in a team environment and foster one hospital approach.
8. Ability to always maintain privacy and discretion.
9. Demonstrated computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Monique Strombolini ECC/ICU Nurse Supervisor and quote JR103983 as the reference.
Applications Close on 18th June 2025(11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
