Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Day Procedure Unit Sunshine
- Location: Sunshine Hospital
- Employment Type: Ongoing, Part-Time
- Salary: YW11 - ANUM Year 1
About the role:
The Surgical, Endoscopy and Anaesthesia Services division is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated leader to join our team on an ongoing, full-time basis.
The Day Procedure Unit (DPU) at Sunshine Hospital provides efficient, effective, integrated care that is responsive to the needs of our culturally diverse patient group. DPU admits and provides care for patients during and after the following day procedures: gastroscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, transoesophageal echocardiograms, elective cardioversion, flexible cystoscopy, minor plastic surgery procedures, and ECT therapy.
DPU is also the admission area for all patients who are presenting for surgery/ procedures who will require a multi-day stay post operatively. The DPU nursing team participates in the endoscopy on call service.
The Unit consists of two endoscopy / procedure rooms and associated admission, recovery, and discharge areas.
You must be available on a Monday to Saturday rotating roster, including public holidays (no night duty).
Position is for 60 hours per fortnight with 6 shifts per fortnight of 10 hours.
About you:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor of Nursing qualification or equivalent
- Registration as a Registered Nurse in Australia (AHPRA)
- Minimum of three years full-time or equivalent experience as a Registered Nurse
- Must have recent experience in Endoscopy and/or Operating Suite with Scrub/Scout or Anaesthetic/PACU
- Possess excellent clinical skills
- Effective organisational skills, with respect to time management and delegation
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team
- Demonstrated evidence of undertaking professional development activities
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include
oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
We’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 25 August 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, please contact Jennifer Hurstfield (Acting NUM DPU) on 03 8345 1611 or Jennifer.Hurstfield@wh.org.au
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.