Associate Nurse / Midwife Manager - Cardiology / Monash Heart

Monash Health

  • Clayton, VIC
  • Contract
  • Part-time
  • 3 days ago
Monash Health is a great place to workMonash Health is Victoria's largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare and service for people at every life stage.To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos: monashhealth.org/careers.About the role:We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Associate Nurse Manager (ANM) to join our leadership team on Ward 7A. This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role within a high-performing cardiac unit at the forefront of cardiac care in Australia.
  • Ongoing 0.8 EFT available on a Part-Time basis.
As an ANM, you will work closely with the Nurse Manager and multidisciplinary team to support the operational and clinical management of the ward. You will play a key role in staff development, patient flow, quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of safe, evidence-based care.This is a rotating roster position, including weekends and night duty, to support 24/7 leadership coverage.About us:
The Victorian Heart Hospital is Australia's first dedicated cardiac hospital, delivering world-class care to acute, complex tertiary and quaternary cardiac patients. Our cutting-edge facility includes ten cardiac catheterisation labs, five operating theatres, a Cardiac ICU, and a Cardiac Emergency Department. We serve a large local catchment and receive referrals from across Victoria for specialised cardiac care.Ward 7A is a 32-bed Cardiac Inpatient Unit providing high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals with cardiology, cardiothoracic, and heart failure conditions. Our team is committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and collaboration.About you:To thrive in this role, you will bring:
  • Clinical expertise in cardiac and/or surgical nursing, with experience in acute or critical care settings.
  • Leadership capability, including experience in acting-up roles or leading teams in a clinical environment.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise, delegate, and manage competing demands.
  • Commitment to team culture, fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing environment.
  • Flexibility and resilience, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and service improvement.
Key Leadership Skills:
  • Clinical Leadership: Ability to lead by example in delivering high-quality, evidence-based cardiac care.
  • Team Development: Skilled in mentoring, coaching, and supporting nursing staff to achieve their professional goals.
  • Operational Management: Competence in managing patient flow, staffing, and resources to ensure efficient ward operations.
  • Change Management: Capacity to lead and support change initiatives that improve patient outcomes and service delivery.
  • Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to foster effective communication across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Decision-Making: Confidence in making timely, informed decisions in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • Quality & Safety Focus: Commitment to continuous improvement, risk management, and maintaining high standards of care.
In Return:
  • Leadership development through Monash Health's structured programs and mentoring opportunities.
  • Salary Packing Options
  • Career progression within a growing and specialised cardiac service.
  • Supportive team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
Access to education via Monash Health's learning platforms and cardiac-specific training resources.For a confidential discussion, please contact Radhika John during business hours on 0467 816 891.Position Description can beWe 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. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.How to ApplyApplications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please for the 'Application Guide'Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.Applications close: 15 September 2025

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