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Nurse Unit Manager – Day of Surgery Services (DOSS)

Are you able to work collaboratively and communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team; provide a high standard of service delivery and clinical outcomes within budget, whilst complying with relevant legislation and regulations? Then this role is for you.

Position Responsibilities

This position is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the Day of Surgery Services Unit to complement the strategic direction, operational processes, budget and business direction of the hospital. This position reports to the Perioperative Manager.

You will assist the Perioperative Manager by providing operational direction for the Day of Surgery Services Unit to ensure efficient and effective management of the area and coordinate the delivery of nursing care.

You will be accountable for the effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels. The DOSS NUM position includes management of the Pre-Admission Clinic and the COVID-19 screening program for patient admissions.

You will undertake direct patient care as required, providing guidance and support to less experienced members of the nursing team.

Prince of Wales Private Hospital is one of Sydney's leading private hospitals. Located in the heart of Randwick, we share a campus with Sydney Children's Hospital, Prince of Wales (Public), and the Royal Hospital for Women. This provides a unique opportunity for collaborative treatment programs and advanced medical and surgical care not usually available in smaller private facilities.

Our hospital has 168 inpatient beds, 19 day surgery beds, endoscopy suite and 11 operating theatres; including a robotic suite.

We specialise in cardiothoracic surgery, intensive care, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, oro/max, max/fax, colorectal, urology, endovascular surgery, maternity, paediatrics, general surgery, ENT, plastics and oncology.

Selection Criteria

• Current Registration with AHPRA
• Working with Children Check Reference
• Previous experience at NUM level or equivalent
• Experience in the acute setting
• Degree in a relevant specialty area
• Compliance with ACQSHC National Standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A strong commitment to developing in a management role
• A commitment to a high standard of clinical and customer focused care
• High degree of computer literacy including MS office and various data bases
• Proven time management and prioritisation skills
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge base in labour management
• Demonstrated HR management experience
• Ability to lead and manage in a dynamic hospital environment
  

Desirable Criteria

• A management degree or working towards
  

Applications close: 18th February, 2021

For further enquiries: Angela Grein, Perioperative Manager PH: 02 9650 4600

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. Please include a cover letter and CV along with the contact details for two professional referees.