Queensland Health (Organisation site)Emergency Department Short Term Treatment Area, Medical Services Group, THHSAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Nurse Unit Manager to join the team in the Emergency Department Short Term Treatment Area on a Fixed Term Temporary basis for 3 months with a possible extension not exceeding 12 months.Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.Job detailsPosition status: Fixed Term TemporaryPosition type: Flexible full-timeOccupational group: Health - NursingClassification: Nurse Grade 7Workplace Location:Job ad reference: QLD/TV601789Closing date: 19-Nov-2024Fortnightly salary: $5081.10 - $5516.60Job duration: 3 months with possible extension not exceeding 12 monthsThe Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) will facilitate and provide nursing leadership, support, clinical supervision and mentoring within the nursing team and provide nursing resource, education and research accountabilities and strategic management to facilitate the delivery of high quality, best practice care to clients of the ED Short Term Treatment Area.What's on Offer? (Remuneration)Generous remuneration package value up to $13,724 p.m. comprising:Salary range of $5081.10 to $5516.60 p.f. (Nurse Grade 7)Annual leave with 17.5% loading12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.Other employment benefits may include: professional development, salary sacrificing options, shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.The Ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:Proven ability to provide expert nursing leadership and coordination within an emergency environment.Sound knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and theory and the ability to apply relevant legislation, guidelines and standards.Ability to integrate the strategic direction and priorities for quality improvement into the clinical service, establishing a quality framework.Demonstrated advanced leadership, negotiation, conflict resolution and change management skills to ensure customer-focused service provision amongst the multidisciplinary team.Demonstrated high level of communication skills required for problem solving and decision making.Proven ability to use information and reporting systems appropriate to the position.Ability to demonstrate ongoing professional development of self and others.Understanding of teaching and learning in the health care environment (adult learning principles) with demonstrated clinical teaching and facilitation skills.RequirementsMandatory: Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position.Proof of qualification, registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.Highly Desirable: Possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field is highly desirable. Such experience may be discipline-specific or have a service area focus.This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.Probation period may apply.Pre-employment checks will be conducted.For additional information regarding the responsibilities and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description.Why make the change?Townsville University Hospital is a great place to work and Townsville itself is a great place to live - with the natural wonders of Magnetic Island a short boat ride away and Townsville being one of the main gateways to the Great Barrier Reef.Townsville offers great cafe culture at the Strand with plenty of great walking tracks around the region. It is a dynamic neighbourhood with access to a variety of top-notch educational facilities, cutting-edge medical facilities, affordable housing, distinctive retail stores, great events, and a wide range of recreation opportunities.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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