Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Specialist Clinics

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Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Specialist Clinics and Outpatient Pathology
Position: Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Specialist Clinics and Outpatient Pathology
Employment Type: Fixed Term
Term: 11 March 2026 – 1 April 2027
Hours: Part time, 32 Hours per Fortnight (0.42 EFT)
 
This role presents an excellent opportunity for nurses who are motivated to further develop their leadership capabilities and contribute to the management of a multidisciplinary team within a dynamic and supportive clinical environment.
 

Position Overview and Performance Measures
The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) will co-lead the management of Specialist Clinics and Outpatient Pathology services, supporting the coordination of nursing activities and related services to ensure high-quality patient care aligned with organisational strategic objectives.
In the absence of the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), the ANUM will assume responsibility for the operational management of Specialist Clinics and Outpatient Pathology.

Key Responsibilities and Performance Measures
•    Co-lead the management of Specialist Clinics and Outpatient Pathology services.
•    Coordinate nursing activities and related services to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centred care.
•    Assume leadership responsibility in the absence of the NUM.
•    Develop and implement strategies to streamline workflows and enhance service delivery.
•    Support initiatives that improve patient experience across outpatient pathology and specialist clinics.
•    Contribute to quality, safety, and continuous improvement portfolios.

Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must demonstrate the following:
•    Registration as a Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
•    Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel
•    Experience in staff management and leadership
•    Experience managing quality portfolios
•    Wound care management experience
•    Performance development and/or leadership experience

Remuneration as per Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028. ANUM Year 1 (Y0W11): $116,911.60 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) - ANUM Year 2 (YW12): $120,848.00 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time), dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager. 

How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to apply by submitting a current CV outlining relevant skills and experience to support the assessment process. 

For further information, please click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page to review the position summary. Alternatively, you may contact the hiring manager below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: Tanya Wilson – Guest
Email: [email protected]
 
Applications Close: 11:59PM, Monday 16 February 2026

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

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WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.


• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.


• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.