" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eAssociate Nurse Unit Manager - Orthopaedic or Neurosurgery\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19727\"\u003e Healthcare \u0026amp; Medicine \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19728\"\u003e Management \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19729\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19730\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 29/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003ePermanent Part-Time (0.6-0.8 EFT) leadership opportunity\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive salary $117,356 - $121,296 + Super\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin a supportive private acute healthcare organisation\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eAssociate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)\u003c/strong\u003e to join a well-established private acute hospital in Melbourne.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Working within a busy \u003cstrong\u003e30-bed Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery ward\u003c/strong\u003e, you will support the Nurse Unit Manager in leading the day-to-day operations of the unit while promoting excellence in patient care, staff development, and clinical governance. This role manages both elective and emergency patient cohorts and offers the opportunity to develop your leadership career within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will provide clinical leadership, support workforce management, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and work closely with Visiting Medical Officers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure outstanding patient outcomes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s on Offer\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/em\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePermanent part-time position (0.6\u0026ndash;0.8 EFT)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive salary package $117,356 - $121,296 + superannuation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to lead within a specialised Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery ward\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupportive leadership team with ongoing professional development opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborative multidisciplinary environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCareer progression within a reputable private healthcare provider\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/em\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBachelor of Nursing\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious leadership or management experience within an acute hospital environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in Orthopaedic, Neurosurgical or Surgical nursing highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong leadership, communication and organisational skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and national safety and quality standards\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to work a 7-day rotating roster, including night duty\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePostgraduate qualifications in a relevant specialty are desirable but not essential\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull Australian working rights required\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e If this role is not suitable for you, we have multiple other nursing and leadership opportunities available. If you know someone who may be a good fit, we would also welcome your referral.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To apply or to discuss this opportunity further, please contact EJ on \u003cstrong\u003e0415 414 192\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;or email \u003cstrong\u003eej@sustainhr.com.au\u003c/strong\u003e. If this role is not suitable for you, we welcome you to get in touch to discuss other current vacancies. We also encourage you to contact us if you know someone who may be well suited to this role. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1998095\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "