Nurse Unit Manager - Medical Day Unit

Permanent Full-Time - 80 hours per fortnight

For further information about this role, Please contact Teresa Giles - Director of Nursing on 03 54610326 or via email tgiles@mdhs.vic.gov.au.

Now is an exciting time to join the team at MDHS as we work together to transition into our brand-new hospital in 2025.

We currently have a vacancy for a dynamic Nurse leader, who drives excellence in patient outcomes and team performance. We are searching for someone who is skilled at working in fast-paced environments, has experience in managing a budget and has a patient safety and quality focus.

We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and the ability to make a real impact in rural healthcare.

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Manager to oversee nursing operations and lead a team of nurses. In this role, you will be responsible for:

·        Managing and developing nursing staff, including recruitment, training, rostering, and performance management

·        Ensuring optimal staffing levels to provide safe, high quality patient care

·        Collaborating with VMO's and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care

·        Monitoring patient outcomes, satisfaction scores, and safety and quality key performance indicators

·        Managing the nursing department budget and identifying opportunities to control costs

To be successful in this position, candidates must have:

·        Registration with Ahpra as Registered Nurse

·        Previous management experience in a hospital setting

·        Demonstrated leadership abilities and interpersonal skills

·        Expertise in evidence-based nursing practices and patient safety principles

·        Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities

We provide a competitive salary and benefits package to the right candidate. If you are passionate about nursing leadership and delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply!

Applications are to include:

• Resume
• Cover Letter: Please ensure your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. You can find the Position Description in the "Related Documents" section of the job advertisement.

The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play. There are many beautiful areas to explore, along with being located only a short 50-minute drive from the Regional Cities Ballarat & Bendigo, and 2 hours from Melbourne.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role.