* Provide operational leadership for the Emergency Department to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care
* Foster a positive workplace culture that promotes safety, wellbeing, and professional development
* Multiple permanent and temporary positions available
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our Emergency Department. This role provides clinical leadership and operational support to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centred emergency care. Working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and the multidisciplinary team, the ANUM plays a key role in staff coordination, clinical governance, and service improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide clinical leadership and support to nursing and multidisciplinary staff within the Emergency Department
* Coordinate shift management, patient flow, and resource allocation
* Act as a senior clinical decision-maker and escalation point
* Support staff development, coaching, and performance management
* Promote a culture of safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice
* Ensure compliance with organisational policies, accreditation, and professional standards
* Contribute to service planning, audits, and quality initiatives
What we're looking for
* Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
* Postgraduate qualification in Emergency Nursing
* Demonstrated clinical experience in an Emergency Department
* Proven leadership or acting ANUM experience
* Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to manage competing priorities and lead teams under pressure
Position Description
Barwon Health staff benefits
* Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
* A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
* Extensive professional development opportunities
* Attractive salary packaging benefits
o Living expenses capped at $9,010
o Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Diversity and inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please
All appointments are subject to:
* Satisfactory Police Record Check
* Immunisation Status Clearance
* Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.