Position Description Employment Type
- Temporary Part Time; Permanent Part Time
Req Id -
5906
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
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
Living expenses capped at $9,010
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 contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
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.
Contact: Nursing & Midwifery Recruitment Team Email: nmrt@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 5822
Application closing date: 18, March 2026
Internal Applicants If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.
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