Associate Nurse Unit Manager, Gastroenterology/General Medicine
Employment Type - Temporary Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 64
Job Category - Management - Senior/Middle - Clinical
Req Id - 6881
Line up your life and career with us at Barwon Health in Geelong, Victoria
- 16 bed Gastroenterology Ward seeking a positive and proactive Associate Nurse Unit Manager to join our team
- Work in a well supported and inclusive environment that promotes career progression
- Exciting temporary part-time position available (64 hours a fortnight) - Parental Leave Relief
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.
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.
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 Gastroenterology Ward
Birdsey Wing 7 is a 16 bed ward, encompassing gastroenterology and general medicine. The staff are highly skilled, professional, friendly and dedicated, taking pride in providing high quality, safe healthcare. The ward is located at University Hospital Geelong in the heart of central Geelong, and only minutes from the picturesque waterfront and a short drive to some of Australia's best beaches.
About the role
As the Associate Nurse Unit Manager, you will ensure the effective provision of patient care in the assistance of nursing staff in the areas of patient welfare, comfort, hygiene and transport in order to achieve and maintain quality patient outcomes.
Duties of the role include but are not limited to:
- Delivering consumer centered care that meets best practice standards and is in line with Barwon Health requirements
- Providing quality patient care using an evidence-based approach
- Participation in regular audit processes to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory bodies is maintained
- Takes a leadership role in strategic and daily issues with well-developed problem-solving abilities
- Sound level of nursing skills and is easily identified as a role model of clinical competence
- Sound knowledge of team function and ability to work and support a cohesive team
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.
Birdsey Wing 7 provides a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and education in gastroenterology and General medicine. You will find the ward to be a rewarding and challenging workplace.
- 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 $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.
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
To learn more about the region, click here.
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:
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Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
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LGBTIQA+ community members
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People of all gender identities
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People with disability
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Culturally and linguistically diverse communities
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.
This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.
Contact person: Nicole McCallum
Email: nicole.mccallum@barwonhealth.org.au
Application closing date: 26th, January 2026
Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please follow the links below on how to apply.
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