Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week Location: Fairfield Community Health Centre Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2 Remuneration: $129,235.88 per annum Requisition ID: REQ525737 Application Close Date: 27/10/2024 Interview Date Range: 30/10/2024 – 06/11/2024 Contact Details: Wendy Aspery – 0418 964 177 | Wendy.Asperyhealth.nsw.gov.au Technical skills will be assessed during the interview process. About the Opportunity We are excited to announce an opening for a Nurse Unit Manager for the Fairfield Child and Family Health Nursing team, which operates from Carramar. This leadership position is essential for overseeing the day-to-day management of our dedicated team, focusing on delivering high-quality care to families in our community. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the Fairfield Child and Family Health Nursing team. You will empower and support staff to embrace change, fostering an environment of professional growth and development. Additionally, you will collaborate with a network of Nurse Unit Managers to provide mutual support and share best practices. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for child and family health, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve What You'll be Doing The Nursing Unit Manager (NUM) is responsible for all aspects of the team and for the timely provision of accessible, equitable and evidence based family focused care provided by the Child and Family Health Nursing team. The NUM is pivotal to the coordination of patient care and the management and leadership to ensure the delivery of high quality patient care and efficient use of resources. South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) has a comprehensive Child and Family Health nursing service which incorporates targeted home visiting services primarily for families with Vulnerabilities as well as child and family health services offered through clinics and or virtually to meet the needs of the community. Where You'll Be Working South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park. The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney's new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates. As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips. How to Apply To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application . Tertiary qualifications in Child and Family Health nursing or relevant experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD and Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Demonstrated senior nursing experience with experience in leading staff and managing services in a relevant setting. Proven ability to ensure the human, physical and financial resources of the unit are managed to provide a safe, compassionate, quality care that is culturally responsive Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and manage performance issues when they arise Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the management of the unit and the delivery of evidenced based nursing care Demonstrated understanding and participation in risk management, work health and safety and quality Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position Additional Information Salary Packaging South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details. Health & Fitness South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport . Transforming Your Experience Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the L G B T Q I community to apply. SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. Connect with us on 'X' , Facebook and LinkedIn .