Associate Nurse Unit Manager Ophthalmology Scrub/ Scout
The best possible care. The best possible you. At Nexus Hospitals, we believe every patient deserves the quality and comfort of world‑class care, right in their own community. We also believe that every team member deserves a life that keeps them at their best. With a proud, growing network of 21 specialist hospitals across Australia, we offer the scale, stability and impact of a national healthcare leader, but with the tight‑knit heart of a local team. By focusing on elective, day and short‑stay surgeries, we provide our nursing teams with a healthier work rhythm, so you can build a career you’ll be proud of without sacrificing what matters most to you. Join us and discover a workplace built for humans – where world‑class care meets a world‑class life.
About our hospital: Windsor Private Hospital is an amazing inner‑city location, close to public transport and Chapel Street. Windsor Private Hospital is a boutique, 2 theatre, day and short stay hospital. It is a purpose‑built day surgery with excellent facilities, specialising in Ophthalmology, Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, Interventional Pain Management, Oral Surgery, and minor Vascular Surgery.
Your opportunity
As an ANUM, you are the heartbeat of our team, bringing our mission of the best possible care to life. You’ll support the smooth running of our facility by driving clinical excellence and patient safety at every stage of their journey. Through close collaboration with our multidisciplinary team, you’ll ensure outcomes that are positive, reliable and centred on the person in front of you.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver evidence‑based care: Monitor patient wellbeing and administer safe, high‑quality treatment tailored to each stage of their hospital stay.
- Prepare for safe surgery: Ensure the facility, equipment and clinical environment are ready to support safe, efficient surgical care.
- Coordinate and support procurement activities so teams have the resources they need.
- Prioritise and monitor patient safety: Maintain clear team communication, assess patient progress, respond promptly to changes or complications, and keep patient safety central to all decisions.
- Mentor and educate colleagues: Share your clinical knowledge to build confidence, strengthen teamwork and support safe, consistent practices across the team.
- Drive quality and safety improvement: Support the GM / DON and NUM with quality and safety activities, helping embed continuous improvement, clinical excellence and safe practice across the hospital.
Who we're looking for
You are a compassionate and dedicated professional who pairs clinical excellence with a genuinely warm, patient‑first approach. You thrive in a collaborative, down to earth environment and take real pride in the high standard of care you provide.
Qualifications
- Advanced experience as an Ophthalmology Scrub/ Scout Registered Nurse in a surgical hospital setting.
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Post‑graduate qualifications relevant to the role, or a commitment to working towards them.
- Advanced clinical and technical capability, supported by sound problem‑solving skills.
- A genuine passion for education, mentoring and clinical leadership.
We’d love it if you also had
- Experience in our hospital's other specialties – you will be required to assist the entire team.
- Experience in a fast‑paced day / short stay hospital environment.
- Ability to work across morning and afternoon shifts Monday to Friday.
Benefits
- Better rosters: Predictable schedules with minimal to no weekend shifts, giving you the freedom to plan your life.
- Time to recharge: 5 weeks of annual leave to rest and reset.
- The ultimate Christmas break: Up to 3 weeks off over the festive season during our extended hospital closure.
- Health & wellbeing: Gym discounts via Fitness Passport and free, confidential counselling through our EAP.
- Healthcare discounts: Substantial savings on surgical procedures at Nexus facilities for you and your family.
- Everyday savings: Exclusive online rewards and discounts across major national retailers.
- Referral bonus: Earn a cash bonus when you introduce great talent to our growing network.
- Novated leasing option: Plus discounts on travel and transport.
Why Nexus?
We know that to give your best to our patients, you need a workplace that truly backs you. We've built an environment where you are recognised as a whole person – never just a number or a name on a roster. At Nexus, healthcare is always personal. With us, you’ll:
- Bring world‑class care home to your community: Help us provide a level of care you'd trust for yourself and your family.
- Join a team that has your back and keeps you strong: Our teams are high performing but incredibly down to earth.
- Seize the growth that's yours for the taking: Don’t wait for permission to move forward – just ask!
- Enjoy a predictable schedule with the time you need to rest and recharge.
- Enjoy a range of other benefits, including:
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