About the Role:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Nurse Unit Manager to join the team within our Theatres.
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.
As an Associate Nurse Unit Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the seamless operation of our state-of-the-art surgical theatres. Your responsibilities will include providing expert clinical leadership, fostering a positive team culture and upholding the highest standards of patient care. Additionally, you will contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures and quality improvement initiatives.
To be eligible for this position, you must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
The perioperative suite at the Lyell McEwin Hospital contains:
- Theatre holding bay
- 9 operating theatres
- 1 procedure room
- 18 bay recovery unit
We perform high acuity complex surgeries including, but not limited to, liver resections, major colorectal and upper GI surgery, major urology surgery, complex caesarean sections, bariatric surgery, major and trauma orthopaedics.
Other types of procedures performed include gynaecology, plastics, ENT, paediatric, dental, ECT, gastroscopies and colonoscopies.
A significant volume of our procedures are emergency cases and we are supported by a large HDU/ICU.
We offer:
- flexible shifts across a 24/7 roster
- opportunities for further career development and growth
- a friendly team with an energetic work environment
- supportive and accessible management team
About You:
Are you a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.
To excel in this role, you must possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Your ability to make sound clinical decisions, coupled with a deep understanding of relevant legislation and professional standards, will be instrumental in delivering outstanding patient outcomes.
Apply now and embark on an exciting journey that will not only enrich your professional experience but also contribute to the well-being of our community.
About Us:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.
At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.
Benefits of working at NALHN:
From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.
Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.
Access to fitness passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program accessible for NALHN staff and their families.
NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.
Check(s):
- DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (e.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 892243
Enquiries:
Sarah Zanker OR Janet Lyle
A/Nurse Manager Nurse Manager
Phone: (08) 8182 9313 Phone: (08) 8182 9313
E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]
Application Closing Date:
21 February 2025– 11.55PM
Role Description and Further Information:
892243 - Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Theatres - RN2A - role description.pdf
* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.