Acting Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Hospital in the Home (12 months mat leave)

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) is an integral member of the management team, assisting the Nurse Unit Manager in the course of their duties to ensure effective management and the ongoing development of the Unit from an operational perspective. This role is a part time, (34 hours per week) 12 month maternity leave position to commence mid February 2026.

This is achieved through effectively balancing and prioritising the core business activities of:

• Being a role model in setting the clinical standards to achieve a high quality of nursing care.
• Leading the team to deliver timely, safe, evidence-based patient-centred clinical care to patients at Epworth HealthCare achieving optimal clinical outcomes and an exceptional patient experience
• Supporting the NUM to build and maintain high performing teams that operate within a performance framework; to drive a culture of accountability, best practice and innovation
• Effective management of resources to optimise the quality, activity, and financial performance of the Unit
• Supporting the NUM with the maintenance of a safe clinical and operating environments to optimise safety and wellbeing of patients, visitors and staff
• Contributing to the ongoing development of Epworth HealthCare’s internal culture and external reputation through
• Demonstrating behaviours and attitudes that are consistent with Epworth’s Vision and Values, and professional nursing philosophy
• Building strong and trusting relationships with the multidisciplinary team, including highly effective doctor relationship management.
• The ANUM assumes the responsibilities and authority of the Nurse Unit Manager in their absence and as such must have a working knowledge of the administrative operation of the department.
• Strong customer focus to drive holistic person-centred care to patients and provide support to carers and families.

You will make an impact by:

• Providing high quality nursing care and experience to patients 
• Utilising a reflective, critical thinking and evidence-based approach to the clinical care of patients
• Working collaboratively with fellow members of the multidisciplinary team
• Coordinating with different hospitals, GP clinics, rehab facilities, doctors, wards, allied health, etc.
• Providing problem-solving skills to find solutions for complicated situations

Skills & Experience

You will either be in an ANUM role or looking to step into an ANUM role.You must have the ability to work effectively as a team member, be confident to work autonomously, have excellent clinical skills and capably communicate with patients, carers and colleagues.Highly organised, with great time management skills, you thrive under pressure. You are flexible in your approach, a collaborative communicator and able to manage difficult conversations. Demonstrate appropriate and timely escalation where required.

You’re keen to progress your career, learn how to lead a unit and are open to mentoring and accessing internal education and development programs that support your journey.

Required skills to be successful:

• Registered Nurse or Midwife with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Post graduate qualification in the area of specialisation
• Well developed interpersonal and leadership skills that inspire the trust and confidence required to lead and manage high performing teams and build strong relationships with patients, their families and key internal & external stakeholders
• Ability to build strong relationships to work collaboratively with NUM & peers
• Demonstrated capability for and focus on innovation through initiating and implementing improvements to service delivery, models of care, evidence based practice, and practice development
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Standards for Clinical Excellence and ACHS Accreditation Standards.

Position Description       Inherent Requirements

About Epworth at Home, Rehabilitation & Mental Health (Continuing Care and Support Services)

Epworth’s at Home, Rehabilitation and Mental Health services are some of the most progressive of their kind in Australia. Our clinical approach involves individualised treatment and collaborative team decision-making to achieve outstanding outcomes for patients. We have forged a strong team ethos across our campus locations i.e. Richmond, Camberwell and Hawthorn.

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

At Epworth, we care.

We care about our patients and we care about our people.  We care about keeping everyone safe.  We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers.  And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

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For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or phone (03) 9426 0606.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.