" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eAssociate Nurse Unit Manager - ICU | Permanent Role | Eastern Melbourne VIC\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 Nurse / Midwive \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 27/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive salary: $60.15 - $62.17 per hour + 12% superannuation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeadership opportunity within a highly skilled and supportive ICU team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent professional development, employee benefits and career progression\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eRegistered Nurse\u003c/strong\u003e to join a leading private hospital in Melbourne\u0027s eastern suburbs as an \u003cstrong\u003eAssociate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) \u0026ndash; Intensive Care Unit\u003c/strong\u003e. Working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager and wider clinical leadership team, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day clinical and operational management of the ICU while helping maintain exceptional standards of patient care.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e This is an excellent opportunity for an \u003cstrong\u003eexperienced ICU nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Acting ANUM or emerging nurse leader\u003c/strong\u003e looking to take the next step in their leadership career within a high-acuity private hospital environment. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute and specialist services supported by advanced technology and experienced multidisciplinary teams, including emergency, intensive and coronary care, cardiac services and a broad range of complex surgical specialties.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As Associate Nurse Unit Manager, you will combine clinical expertise with hands-on leadership, supporting your team to deliver safe, evidence-based and patient-centred care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Your key responsibilities will include:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting the daily clinical and operational management of the ICU\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinating high-quality, evidence-based nursing care\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding leadership, mentorship and support to nursing staff\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting staff development and fostering a positive, collaborative team culture\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking closely with VMOs and multidisciplinary healthcare teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContributing to quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting workforce planning and effective resource management\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding direct patient care and clinical leadership when required\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePromoting continuous improvement, professional development and clinical excellence\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You are a clinically confident and motivated ICU Registered Nurse who enjoys supporting others and is ready to further develop your leadership capabilities.\u003cbr\u003e To be considered, you will have:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent \u003cstrong\u003eAHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA minimum of \u003cstrong\u003ethree years\u0027 post-registration clinical nursing experience\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecent experience working within an \u003cstrong\u003eIntensive Care Unit\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious \u003cstrong\u003eANUM, Acting ANUM or Clinical Nurse Specialist experience\u003c/strong\u003e will be highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong clinical assessment, critical thinking and decision-making skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnowledge and understanding of the \u003cstrong\u003eACQSHC National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong organisational, prioritisation and time-management abilities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA genuine commitment to mentoring colleagues and building a positive team culture\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent Working with Children Check, where applicable\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSalary \u0026amp; Benefits\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSalary: $60.15\u0026ndash;$62.17 per hour + 12% superannuation, based on relevant nursing experience and the applicable Victorian nursing Enterprise Agreement\u003cbr\u003e You will also have access to:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOngoing professional development and leadership opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCareer progression within a large private hospital network\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEducation and training opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscounted private health insurance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployee wellbeing initiatives\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRetail discounts and Gym Passport access\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA supportive and collaborative management team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConvenient Melbourne eastern suburbs location\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Join SustainHealth?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e At SustainHealth, we partner with leading healthcare organisations to connect talented professionals with meaningful, career-defining opportunities across Australia. We provide personalised support throughout your job search to ensure the right fit\u0026mdash;both professionally and culturally\u0026mdash;so you can confidently take the next step in your career.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApply today\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;or for a confidential discussion about this fantastic opportunity, please contact\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eEJ Cuaresma\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eon\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e0415 414 192\u003c/strong\u003e, send a resume / email\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eej@sustainhr.com.au\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eor visit our website\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;www.sustainhr.com.au\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Know someone who would be a great fit? 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