Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Corryong Health
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Associate Nurse Unit Manager looking to make a real difference in people's lives? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our care team in Corryong and provide exceptional nursing care to elderly and acute patients in a supportive work environment.
Corryong Health is a fully accredited small rural health service, located in the picturesque north-eastern corner of Victoria, just 120 kilometres east of Wodonga, Corryong Health offers a comprehensive range of services, including urgent care, acute care, residential aged care, and home and community-based services.
We are seeking Associate Nurse Unit Manager Nurses to join our team on a part-time or full-time basis.
About the Role:
The position requires the Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to work with the Nurse Unit Manager to provide leadership and management for acute and residential services within a broad-based integrated model of health care service provision.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership
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Assistant management role of the service
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Leadership, coordination and management of staff
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Participate, as a line manager, in Corryong Health organisational development programs and processes
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Promote and initiate best practice and evidenced based practices within the setting
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Knowledge of budgetary and financial management of the acute and residential services
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Meeting legislative and regulatory requirements
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Maintaining own clinical competencies
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Participation in quality processes
Clinical Care
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Plan and evaluate nursing care in consultation with the multidisciplinary health care team and patients/ residents/ clients using effective interpersonal communication and the values of Corryong Health
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Provide high level communication skills that include interpersonal, verbal, written, computer and ability to work cohesively as an active member of the multidisciplinary team
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The Model of Team STEPPS relating to communication and resolution of conflict will be observed and worked towards on every shift
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Carry out nursing practice in accordance with Legislation, Common Law and Code of Ethics and Conduct; and act to rectify unsafe nursing practice and/or unprofessional conduct
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Provide direct and indirect supervision to Enrolled Nurse and Personal Care Workers with regards to safe medication management and best practice
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The model of team nursing within Corryong Health is based on the Active Service Model and Ageing in Place
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Must adhere to all legislation, Acts, protocols and policies relating to medication management
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Demonstrated commitment to professional development, including Performance and Development process and clinical supervision; undertaking annual mandatory training as provided by CQ Nurse; and providing or facilitating appropriate training and ongoing support to students
Requirements: To join our team, you must:
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Tertiary qualifications and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Agency as a Registered Nurse Division 1
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Broad generalist nursing experience in acute care with current First Line Emergency Care Accreditation or willingness to undertake same
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Knowledge of the Aged Care Standards and ability to provide evidence based and clinical effective aged care
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Demonstrated knowledge of, and alignment with organisational Vision, Mission and Values statements
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Willingness to actively promote and work within the spirit of the organisations vision and value statements
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Good communication skills and a commitment to teamwork
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Demonstrated commitment to establishing a continuum of care model for patients and residents
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Basic computer skills
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Willingness to contribute to the development of policies and procedures; the quality improvement process and research projects within available resources and expertise
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A commitment to continued professional development
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A commitment to working within a Continuous Quality Management Framework
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A commitment to providing excellent client centred care
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Demonstrates drive, commitment, and resilience, within a framework that highly values personal and staff wellbeing
What We Offer:
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Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it.
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Ongoing Professional Development: Grow your skills and advance your career.
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Salary Packaging Options: Maximize your take-home pay.
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Supportive and Innovative Team Environment: Be part of a progressive and caring community.
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Relocation Assistance: We offer support to help you make Corryong your new home.
How to Apply: Ready to take the next step in your career?
Please follow the links to apply via LiveHire or for a further information please email: [email protected]
Join us at Corryong Health and be a part of a community where your expertise is valued, and your professional growth is supported. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
