Nurse Unit Manager – ICU | Newcastle

IHR Group

  • Newcastle, NSW
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
  • Apply easily
An exceptional opportunity is now available to join a dynamic and progressive leadership team by stepping into the role of Nurse Unit Manager in the Intensive Care Unit at a private hospital in Newcastle. This is a permanent full-time role working from Monday to Friday.ABOUT THE ROLEYour responsibilities will include the following:
  • Ensuring the model of nursing care within the department is relationship-centred, prioritising optimal patient safety and outcomes;
  • Coordinating patient services, including admissions and discharges, while liaising with interdisciplinary teams, clinical emergency response teams, and ICU outreach services;
  • Providing clinical support and guidance where required;
  • Understanding legislative requirements and national standards;
  • Identifying opportunities for program development and service enhancement, while facilitating and supporting quality teamwork within the service and across other departments the hospital;
  • Encouraging a participatory team approach to clinical care, gathering ideas and strategies to improve care and service delivery;
  • Working closely with intensive care specialists, physicians, surgeons, and anaesthetists to ensure high-quality care delivery, service efficiency, and strong professional relationships;
  • Developing talent within the team and demonstrating key skills and attributes.
REQUIREMENTS
  • Current Registration with AHPRA;
  • Current registration with AHPRA - Registered Nurse;
  • Postgraduate qualification in intensive care/critical care nursing;
  • Advanced clinical competence;
  • Demonstrated recent experience in a clinical leadership role/s;
  • Proven experience building and leading high-performing teams with a service excellence approach;
  • Passionate about building strong relationships and delivering exceptional patient experiences;
  • Demonstrated skills in workforce planning, rostering creativity and working within budget;
  • High level of planning and organisational skills;
  • Strong influencing and negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to adapt personal style to suit a varied audience & a variety of interpersonal styles;
  • Well-developed oral and written communication skills;
  • High degree of computer literacy;
  • Postgraduate qualification in leadership or health management (or equivalent) or working towards.
BENEFITS
  • Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across the network;
  • Discounted health insurance for full-time and part-time employees;
  • Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth.
ABOUT THE FACILITYThe hospital, located in Newcastle, is an 189-bed, acute, private facility with 11 theatres, including a hybrid theatre and a 15-bed Intensive Care Unit. A cardiac suite includes a cardiac catheter laboratory and a 16-bed Coronary Care Unit. A private maternity suite, including 6 birthing suites and a special care baby nursery, is available for families in the Newcastle region. The facility provides specialty care for individuals and their families undergoing cancer treatment and care with an inpatient unit and a day infusion lounge.APPLICATION PROCESSIf this aligns with what you're looking for, click "APPLY" to send in your application - attaching your most up-to-date CV. It is that easy! Alternatively, you can send your CV directly to info@ihrgroup.com.au.And if this particular role isn't quite right, be sure to explore the array of other openings on our website at www.ihrgroup.com.au.

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