Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)

Eating Disorders and Neuropsychiatry

• Multidisciplinary team in a unique and motivating work environment.
• Part time considered, with flexible and supportive working arrangements available
• You will make a difference to the lives of the people with whom you work.

The Royal Melbourne Hospital

As one of the largest health services in Victoria, and a team of more than 10,000 strong, we provide a comprehensive range of specialist medical, surgical, and mental health services; as well as rehabilitation, aged care, outpatient and community programs. We are a designated state-wide provider for services including trauma, and we lead centres of excellence for tertiary services in several key specialties including neurosciences, nephrology, oncology, cardiology and virtual health.  

Surrounded by a Parkville Precinct of brilliant thinkers, we collaborate to set new benchmarks in health excellence – benchmarks that impact across the globe. While the work we do takes us in inspiring new directions; caring for each other, our patients and consumers is as essential to who we are, as any scientific breakthrough we make. We put people first - leading with kindness and working together, we excel as one Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Your new team

• Provides expert multidisciplinary care to consumers from across Victoria
• The Neuropsychiatry service is a national assessment service whilst the Eating Disorders service has a catchment that includes the Western Metropolitan area as well as the Western half of regional Victoria.
• The Neuropsychiatry and Eating Disorders Units have 8 in-patient beds in addition to outpatient service
• Staff are caring, cohesive and a dynamic multi-disciplinary team which value the specific contributions of all clinical staff. 
• This position offers rich opportunities to develop your career as a senior nurse through the provision of both clinical and managerial leadership

Your new role

• Oversee and provide leadership for day to day activities on the inpatient unit. Such as overseeing rosters, staff allocation, clinical interventions, staff training and development needs, meetings, etc.
• Provide support and direction to unit staff as well as engage with other hospital staff and departments (clinical and non-clinical). Provide consultation to representatives of external clinical services.
• Assist as required with the referral, intake and discharge processes for the unit.
• Develop and deliver high level clinical standards.

About you

• Registration as a registered nurse under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act (2009) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Bachelor Degree in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing or equivalent, or, Bachelor Degree in Nursing plus a Postgraduate qualification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing
• Minimum of two years post-graduate experience
• Relevant knowledge and demonstrated skills in the principles and practice of working with people with a psychiatric disorder or disability, and their carers, families and dependent children
• Well-developed writing skills and an ability to promptly prepare case assessments, clinical notes, reports, plans and other forms of documentation
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation, Government policy and strategic directions in psychiatric services
• You have a passion for caring and making a genuine difference in the lives of public mental health consumers.
• You enjoy being part of a dynamic team yet are confident to work autonomously and assume leadership.
• You are committed to continued learning and broadening of your skills as much as you support the development and growth of your peers and students.
• You communicate clearly and effectively and are comfortable managing up and down.

Benefit of working with the Royal Melbourne Hospital

Here at The RMH we strive for excellence with a strong purpose that defines the work we do for our community – Advancing health for everyone, every day. This is the Melbourne Way.   

We believe our success comes from our people. We’re committed to the RMH being a great place to work and a great place to receive care. We have made a long-term commitment to strengthen our organisational culture through leadership, education and empowering our staff to Speak Up for themselves and each other.

This is a role where your passion and expertise can come together to create a truly defining career opportunity. It is a unique opportunity to help us transform the future of the RMH and ultimately ensure we continue to deliver world class healthcare. 

The RMH is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community. Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.

Interested?

If you are looking for a challenging role and can demonstrate the above capabilities, connect with us. For a confidential discussion please connect via the details below.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment and COVID-19 Vaccination prior to commencement.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are highly encouraged to apply. Experience in working with ACCHO and Aboriginal Communities and Families.