Nurse Unit Manager - Scrub Scout (Orthopaedics / Endoscopy)

In this full-time role, based in Richmond, you will be responsible for the operational and clinical leadership of the Orthopaedics and Endoscopy Scrub Scout team within the Epworth Richmond Perioperative Services department, to deliver outstanding patient care to patients and their families. 

The Nurse Unit Manager will provide clinical and professional leadership to the team who are committed to providing individualised care with our strategic focus that every patient matters. 

Key focus areas for this role include:

• Delivering exceptional experience in accordance with Epworth HealthCare values
• Ensuring patient flow is managed whilst providing high standards of patient care
• Building and nurturing a strong capable workforce within the unit
• Promoting and supporting ongoing learning and education for all staff within the unit
• Recruiting, retention, professional development of staff, financial management and occupational health and safety
• Supporting the goals and strategy of the organisation

To be successful in this role:

• Have current nursing registration with AHPRA
• Have a contemporary knowledge of best practice in perioperative procedures and the patient journey
• Be an experienced clinical leader, capable of supporting and engaging staff, committed to providing exceptional high quality care to patients
• Experience promoting and supporting ongoing learning and education for your team
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing environments
• Possess strong communication and customer liaison skills
• Demonstrated ability in financial management and understanding of budgets

Position Description            Inherent Requirements

We will review applications as we receive them.

About Richmond

Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside top-flight practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialties in our 31 theatre complex and currently expanding to an additional 3 theatres plus treatment options and the latest in technology.