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We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience.
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Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
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About Us
North West 1 (NW1) is a 32 Bed Subacute Rehabilitation Ward specializing in Movement disorders and Geriatric Evaluation & Management (GEM) care. Our patients are from the acute Hospitals or community for Rehabilitation and complex discharge planning. Our subspecialty is the care and management of our clients living with Parkinson’s disease.
We work within a team model of care - and in practicing within this model, we provide our patients and their families, a consistency in their care provision and clear communication across their journey.
We currently looking for our next Associate Nurse Manager (ANM)! This is a Full Time Ongoing role working 76 hours per fortnight working a rotating 7 day roster.
About the Role
In this leadership role, you will work closely with the Nurse Manager to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the ward. No two days will be the same as you work within an established, friendly and supportive team environment, working closely together to care for patients along with providing opportunities for staff development and growth in areas that staff are passionate about.
What you bring
With broad experience as a Registered Nurse, you understand the importance of patient centred care. You have a genuine interest in working and interacting with our diverse patient group, supporting them with daily functions. At times, this patient cohort can demonstrate challenging behaviours.
Your strong clinical skills will be regularly demonstrated as you undertake complex discharge planning, complex wounds and address continence and catheter issues to see that all patients are treated with dignity and respect whilst in our care. You bring genuine passion and interest to this unique environment.
With excellent communication and negotiation skills, you have the resilience to manage your responsibilities across a variable unit as part of a devoted team. While you have had some exposure to Subacute Services, experience in a dedicated GEM/Rehabilitation unit is not mandatory. At the heart of your practice is the patient and providing patient centred care always. You have a ‘Lead by example’ attitude, are proactive and have exceptional time management and critical analysis skills
You will also demonstrate;
- experience working as an Associate Nurse Manager or incharge, essential
- Inspire individuals and groups to achieve personal, organisational and service professional goals
- Promote a unit culture of optimism, innovation, encouragement, learning and creativity
- Demonstrate a commitment to organisational driven change
- Participate in developing others including orientation, preceptorship, mentoring and succession planning
- Clearly communicate clinical and behavioural expectations to staff
- Work collaboratively to support the Nurse Manager to provide effective, visible leadership and supervision across the team.
In Return
We will provide a dynamic environment that is dedicated to safe best practice and passionate patient advocacy. You will be challenged, with opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills in this field of nursing.
Ours is a connected team with strong shared values and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Ours is also a highly skilled, collaborative and welcoming multidisciplinary team where the only limit in your career is you.
- Access to Monash Health in-house learning portals to further expand your clinical skills and knowledge base
- Avenues to further develop your leadership and project management skills
- Mentorship and career guidance
- Support to attend relevant forums and conferences
- A supportive learning environment, should you wish to undertake postgraduate studies
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Jorefel Sato, Interim Nurse Manager on 0472 638 668.
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 25th November 2026