Associate Nurse Unit Manager, Emergency Department

About Barwon Health  

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all. 

About the facility  

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.  

About the Emmergency Department

Barwon Health is one of the largest regional health services in Victoria, providing care for approximately 80,000 emergency presentations per year. The emergency department has both an adult and paediatric short stay unit to ensure consumers receive the right care, at the right place at the right time. Under Barwon Health’s emergency model of care patients are streamed to dedicated assessment areas including fast track, adult, paediatric, resuscitation, trauma and mental health areas. Our mission is to improve access and patient flow to provide a sustainable service that ensures high quality, safe, people-focused care.

The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) of the Emergency Department (ED) provides pivotal leadership and management of staff whilst working in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team to ensure care is given to our patients that aligns with the Barwon Health Values and the Barwon Health Purpose; to provide best care, every person, every day, so that everyone feels better. The ANUM is an integral member of the ED management team, assisting the NUM in the course of their duties to ensure efficient operation of the clinical environment. Responsible for the shift-by-shift management of the department, the ED ANUM helps to ensure safe care is provided for all our patients, manages available nursing resources, sets the clinical standard and fosters a working environment to support professional development and job satisfaction.

About the culture  

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development. 

Barwon Health staff benefits 

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction 

• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program 

• Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career 

• Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 

About Geelong - Derived from the local Wadawurrung Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’. 

• Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes 

• Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers 

• Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast 

• Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes 

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, and family structures. We proudly support LGBTIQA+ inclusion and are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace for all. 

We encourage applications from: 

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au 

Barwon Health is a totally smoke-free workplace.  

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: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au) 

Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance. 

Please note we do not accept resumes via email.