Associate Nurse Unit Manager

Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)

- Permanent Part Time | 0.8 EFT/FNT

- South Ward | Peter James Centre | Burwood East | Onsite paid parking, Easy access to public transport

- Opportunity to work along with a multi cultural, experienced MDT; Opportunities for self learning and professional development

Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne’s east and beyond.

About the role

Briefly describe the team and/or department, the purpose of the role, work pattern, what the successful candidate will gain from the role, and what success looks like. Highlight the impact of the role and opportunities for growth and development.

This position involves:

- Working collaboratively with the highly experienced MDT

- In conjunction with the NUM, work with the Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) coordinators to identify and rectify hazards in the unit area and raise awareness of OH&S issues as they arise.

- Assist the NUM to promote a culture of continuous service improvement within the unit by monitoring standards of service and practice through the Eastern Health Quality Framework

- Promote a value-based, safe workplace

What you’ll bring

- Current registration with AHPRA

- Advance mental health clinical experience and knowledge

- Post grad Qualifications / working towards post grad qualification in Mental Health Nursing

- A strong commitment to high-quality care

- The ability to work as part of a diverse team

- Excellent communication and organisational skills

What we offer

Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:

- Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways.

- Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, study and professional development leave, and leave purchasing options.

- Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources.

- Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.

Interested in joining us?

If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we'd encourage you to apply and share what you can bring to the role.

You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required.

Click here to view our Candidate Guide and learn more about our recruitment process.

Our commitments

- We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team.

- We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.

- As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.

- We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.

Please click here for the position description link

Contact Person: Jijo Mathews

Contact Number: 03 8804 9919

Contact Email:[email protected]

Job Posting End Date: 4/12/2026

Need help submitting your application?

Contact the person listed in the advertisement above for any queries related to the role or for any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.

Or contact our Talent Acquisition team for support on (03) 9955 7555 (option 1) or [email protected] for any assistance with your application.

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