Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) | Ophthalmology Scrub Scout

Melbourne, Victoria

Permanent, Full Time

$56.04 to $61.11 per hour, plus superannuation, depending on experience

Recruiter: Carejobz Perioperative Specialists

Carejobz is recruiting an Associate Nurse Unit Manager for the Ophthalmology scrub scout team at a well-regarded private day surgery hospital in Melbourne, Victoria. This role suits an experienced ophthalmic scrub scout nurse who is ready to take on clinical leadership within a small, specialist theatre team.

About the Facility

A boutique private day and short stay hospital in inner Melbourne, purpose built for day surgery with two theatres and excellent facilities. The case mix covers Ophthalmology, Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, Interventional Pain Management, Oral Surgery and minor Vascular Surgery. The site is close to public transport and is part of a national network of specialist hospitals focused on elective, day and short stay surgery.

The Role

You will support the smooth running of the theatre service, working alongside the Nurse Unit Manager and supporting the General Manager and Director of Nursing with quality and safety activities. Ophthalmology is the main focus of the role, and you will also be required to assist across the hospital's other specialties. You will drive clinical excellence and patient safety at every stage of the patient journey, working closely with the multidisciplinary team.

In this role, you will:

• Monitor patient wellbeing and deliver safe, evidence based care tailored to each stage of the patient's hospital stay
• Make sure the facility, equipment and clinical environment are ready to support safe, efficient surgical care, and coordinate and support procurement so the team has what it needs
• Maintain clear team communication, assess patient progress and respond promptly to changes or complications, keeping patient safety central to every decision
• Mentor and educate colleagues, sharing your clinical knowledge to build confidence, strengthen teamwork and support safe, consistent practice
• Support the General Manager, Director of Nursing and Nurse Unit Manager with quality and safety activities, helping embed continuous improvement and clinical excellence across the hospital

What You Will Bring

• Advanced experience as an Ophthalmology Scrub Scout Registered Nurse in a surgical hospital setting
• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Postgraduate qualifications relevant to the role, or a commitment to working towards them
• Advanced clinical and technical capability, supported by sound problem solving skills
• A genuine passion for education, mentoring and clinical leadership
• The ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with patients, doctors, staff and other stakeholders
• Solid time management, organisational and communication skills
• Full Australian working rights

Why You Will Want to Know More

• Predictable rosters with minimal to no weekend shifts
• Five weeks of annual leave
• Up to three weeks off over the festive season during the hospital's extended closure
• Gym discounts through Fitness Passport, and free, confidential counselling through the Employee Assistance Program
• Substantial savings on surgical procedures at the group's facilities for you and your family
• Exclusive online rewards and discounts across major national retailers
• A cash referral bonus when you introduce talent to the network
• Novated leasing, plus discounts on travel and transport

If this sounds like the kind of theatre opportunity you have been waiting for, we would love to speak with you.

Apply in confidence through this link: https://carejobz.app.loxo.co/job/MzkxNTktMzloYnlyYWszdGU2NHAzMA==

Kate or Paul will be happy to talk you through the opportunity, answer your questions honestly, and help you decide whether it feels like the right next step for you.

About Carejobz

At Carejobz, Paul and Kate have been recruiting perioperative professionals across Australia and New Zealand since 2015. Over that time, they have become trusted recruitment partners to leading hospitals and day surgeries, supporting nurses and employers with warmth, discretion and genuine sector knowledge.

Read what jobseekers and employers say about working with Carejobz at seek.com.au/recruiters/agencies/carejobz-pty-ltd

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