Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Surgical & Midwifery

**Your role at St John of God Ballarat Hospital** St John of God Ballarat Hospital is a leading private hospital serving the Ballarat and surrounding communities, providing a broad range of medical, surgical, maternity and specialist healthcare services. As part of St John of God Health Care, you will join a values-driven organisation committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate and patient-centred care. We are seeking an experienced **Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)** to join our **Surgical & Midwifery Ward** on a **permanent full-time basis**. This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife looking to take the next step in their leadership career, working alongside an experienced Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary team in a supportive clinical environment. As an Associate Nurse Unit Manager, you will contribute to the overall clinical management of the ward, provide high-quality patient care and support the development, supervision and education of nursing staff. You will play an important role in ensuring safe, effective and patient-centred care is consistently delivered across the ward. **The Position** **In this role, you will:** * Provide clinical leadership and supervise nursing practice, ensuring high standards of patient care are maintained. * Assist with the overall clinical management and coordination of the ward. * Initiate reviews and coordinate care for patients with complex health needs. * Act as a patient advocate, protecting the rights, dignity and safety of patients at all times. * Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical policies, procedures and quality improvement initiatives. * Take responsibility for nominated clinical portfolios as delegated by the Nurse Unit Manager and provide regular updates. * Support the education and professional development of nursing staff through formal and informal teaching. * Monitor diagnostic procedures and investigations, escalating abnormalities appropriately. * Evaluate and document the outcomes of nursing and medical interventions and promptly escalate significant concerns. * Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes. **About you** You will be a registered **Registered Nurse and/or Registered Midwife with current AHPRA registration**, with demonstrated clinical experience and a strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care. **You will bring:** * Well-developed clinical assessment, analytical and problem-solving skills. * Knowledge of legislation, professional standards and requirements relevant to nursing and midwifery practice. * Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships with nursing, medical and multidisciplinary teams. * Strong delegation, planning and organisational skills. * The ability to motivate, support and develop colleagues. * A commitment to ongoing professional education and self-directed learning. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * A collaborative and patient-focused approach to clinical leadership. * Previous leadership or ANUM experience will be highly regarded. Above all, **patient care will be at the core of everything you do**, with a commitment to supporting the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care. **We can offer you** * **Salary: $120,835 – $124,903** (from July 2026) plus **12% superannuation**. * **Permanent full-time position**, working 38 hours per week. * **Salary packaging up to $18,550** across a range of benefits, including mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and everyday living expenses. * Additional salary packaging options above the FBT cap, including novated leasing, work-related expenses, self-education and additional superannuation. * A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, purchased leave and wellbeing programs. * Employee discounts across St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance. * The opportunity to develop your clinical leadership skills within a supportive and values-led healthcare organisation. _All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to have an Influenza vaccination to fulfil the requirements of the role._ For enquiries, please contact **Erica Ferguson, Nurse Unit Manager, on (03) 5320 2817**. _Please note: If suitable candidates are identified, shortlisting and interviews may commence before the advertisement closing date._ _At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds._ _Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being._ _Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community._ _All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role._