Position Summary Line up your life and career with us at Barwon Health in Geelong, Victoria 16 bed Gastroenterology Ward seeking a positive and proactive Associate Nurse Unit Manager to join our teamWork in a well-supported and inclusive environment that promotes career progressionPermanent Part time position available (start date May 2024) About Barwon HealthGuided by our values, Barwon Health is Victoria's largest regional health care service and is also the largest employer in the Geelong and surf coast region, employing over 8700 staff. Barwon Health's core facilities include the renowned University Hospital Geelong precinct in central Geelong, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, the innovative Sunrise Centre, Barwon Health North a vital services that includes child and family health support, renal dialysis, medical imaging, and urgent care. Four Aged care centres spanning the Region, Mental Health Services that are delivered through a number of programs across the Geelong and Barwon South West region. Community Health and Dental service and world renowned Research that that advances health and wellbeing for all. Explore all of our comprehensive services here.About the Gastroenterology WardBirdsey Wing 7 is a 16 bed ward, encompassing gastroenterology and general medicine. The staff are highly skilled, professional, friendly and dedicated, taking pride in providing high quality, safe healthcare. The ward is located at University Hospital Geelong in the heart of central Geelong, and only minutes from the picturesque waterfront and a short drive to some of Australia's best beaches.About the role We are seeking a permanent part time Associate Nurse Unit Manager to join the Birdsey Wing 7 leadership team. The role is for 40 hours per fortnight, with the expectation of flexibility across all days of the week and rotation through day and night shifts.As the Associate Nurse Unit Manager you will ensure the effective provision of patient care in the assistance of nursing staff in the areas of patient welfare, comfort, hygiene and transport in order to achieve and maintain quality patient outcomes.Duties of the role include but are not limited to: Delivering consumer centred care that meets best practice standards and is in line with Barwon Health requirementsProviding quality patient care using an evidence based approachParticipation in regular audit processes to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory bodies is maintainedTakes a leadership role in strategic and daily issues with well developed problem solving abilitiesSound level of nursing skills and is easily identified as a role model of clinical competenceSound knowledge of team function and ability to work and support a cohesive team About the cultureBirdsey Wing 7 provides a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and education in gastroenterology and General medicine. You will find the ward to be a rewarding and challenging workplace. What we offer Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction Geelong and Barwon Health is an attractive destination with a sunny climate, notoriously laidback lifestyle and great pay rates To find out more about the Geelong region, visit our Moving to the Region page on the Barwon Health website. Located in the centre of Geelong's CBD is an easy commute from all suburbsAccess to employee wellness programA genuine community feel - we look after each other Wide range of professional development that enhances your careersDoorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf CoastAttractive salary packaging benefits! Living Expenses capped at $9,010 which includes repayments on mortgages, credit cards, personal loans and rental payments and Meal Entertainment & Accommodation capped at $2,650 which includes food and drink consumed in a social or entertainment settings and some accommodation expenditure