The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia's leading public healthcare providers.
Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
* Fixed term parental leave position in a leading mental health service
* Deliver specialized care for eating disorders and neuropsychiatric conditions
* Based in Parkville, Melbourne's central healthcare hub
About The Royal Melbourne Hospital
The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) is part of the Parkville Precinct and is one of Australia's leading public hospitals, providing a comprehensive range of specialist medical, surgical, and mental health services, as well as rehabilitation, aged care, specialist clinics and community programs. The Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN2) – Eating Disorders & Neuropsychiatry at Royal Melbourne Hospital provides specialised care to patients with eating disorders and neuropsychiatric conditions. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, the role involves delivering evidence-based, recovery-focused care while supporting ongoing professional development in a dynamic environment.
Benefits Of Working At RMH
* Salary packaging options, earn up to $12,000 tax free earnings!
* 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time), CPD leave, plus leave loading
* Discounted gyms and health centre access with Fitness Passport
* Fantastic learning and development opportunities
* RMH prides ourselves on our Speaking Up for Safety Culture and our values – People First, Lead with Kindness and Excellence together!
About The Role
* This position offers rich opportunities to develop your career as a senior nurse through the provision of both clinical and managerial leadership.
* Oversee and provide leadership for day-to-day activities on the inpatient unit including rosters, staff allocation, clinical interventions, staff training and development needs, and meetings.
* Develop and deliver a high level of clinical care & leadership.
* Support the Program Manager with the day-to-day running of the IPU.
* Contribute to high-quality care in a dynamic, specialised mental health service.
About You
Formal Qualifications
* Registration as a registered nurse under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act (2009) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Desired Bachelor Degree in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing or equivalent, or Bachelor Degree in Nursing plus a Postgraduate qualification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing.
Essential
* Experience in mental health inpatient settings.
* Post Graduate Diploma or Masters in Mental Health Nursing.
* You enjoy being part of a dynamic team yet are confident to work autonomously and assume leadership.
To view the full Position Description, please click here!
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and Working with Children Check.
Please note, recruitment is ongoing, with interviews commencing as soon as suitable applications are received. Advertising may cease prior to the closing date.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Working With Children Check.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.
As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.
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