Nurse Unit Manager - Comprehensive Stroke Unit and General Medicine Ward | Perth

An experienced and dedicated Nurse Unit Manager is sought to lead the 30-bed Comprehensive Stroke Unit and General Medicine Ward at a leading private hospital in Perth. This permanent, full-time opportunity represents a pivotal leadership role within a dynamic and specialist environment. ROLE OVERVIEW As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will be accountable for the efficient and effective management of all human and material resources within the department. This role encompasses planning, implementing and evaluating practices, processes and services within the department. This role will work closely with the Executive team to shape organisational strategy, improve procedural service provision and achieve departmental and Hospital strategic objectives. You will report to the Deputy Director of Clinical Services, Medical. Your responsibilities will include:

• Promoting and supporting patient safety, promoting positive patient experience and developing strong partnerships with our Visiting Medical Officers;
• Facilitating and promoting the continuous development of clinical expertise and a culture that reflects the Hospital's Values in your nursing team;
• Effectively managing teams / human resources, budgets and Key Performance Indicators;
• Developing clinical care improvement and innovation practices, whilst providing the leadership required to successfully deliver care for the complex clinical case load of this department.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Current registration with AHPRA;
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience working in an Acute Hospital;
• Demonstrated experience in effectively fulfilling leadership roles as well as leading and managing successful teams;
• Ability to effectively plan and manage financial, human and material resources;
• Effective change management skills and experience;
• Effective computer/digital skills;
• Relevant post-graduate specialty qualifications and/or management qualifications (highly regarded);
• Holding or working towards a tertiary management qualification (highly regarded).

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Flexible work opportunities;
• Flexible Leave Program;
• Free access to 18,000 upskilling courses via a LinkedIn learning subscription;
• Professional development programs;
• Discounts off hospital and extras private health insurance;
• Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts;
• Salary sacrifice opportunities;
• Recognition and rewards programs.

ABOUT THE FACILITY The hospital, with a total of 722 beds and bays, is the major hospital for Perth's northern corridor that provides a range of medical and surgical services, maternity services, neonatal and paediatric services, aged care, and rehabilitation. The hospital has an Emergency Department, After Hours GP Clinic, and on-site MRI. Specialties include Medical Specialties, which include General Medicine, Respiratory, Gerontology, Cardiac Services, and Stroke Services Unit. Surgical Specialities include but are not limited to General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Urology, Vascular, ENT, Paediatrics, and Gynaecology. APPLICATION PROCESS If this aligns with what you're looking for, click "APPLY" to send in your application - attaching your most up-to-date CV. It is that easy! Alternatively, you can send your CV directly to [email protected]. And if this particular role isn't quite right, be sure to explore the array of other openings on our website at www.ihrgroup.com.au.