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Nurse Unit Manager - Oncology, Palliative Care & Medical Unit
Ipswich
We are seeking a Nurse Unit Manager to join our Oncology, Palliative Care and Medical team at Ipswich Hospital.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM654446_08 |
| Closing date | 27-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Ryan Bergin |
| Contact details | 0460024208 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
The Nurse Unit Manager provides leadership, management and expertise in the Oncology, Palliative Care and Medical Unit. The Nurse Unit Manager positively influences the outcome of patient centred care through effective management skill, support and role modelling contemporary best practice and evidence, team building and guiding clinical care and service delivery.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrates advanced specialist knowledge, experience and clinical skills in oncology, palliative care and general medical nursing.
- Possesses advanced operational leadership and management skills and qualities which are used to assess, guide and contribute to the implementation of contemporary, innovative and evidence based clinical practices.
- Contributes to the development of clinical practices, procedures and protocols that support the continuum of care, engaging with other disciplines / team members where relevant.
- Demonstrates advanced critical thinking and reasoning, expert problem skills and clinical judgement for patients and is a capable coach for the broader team.
- Develops the capacity of key stakeholders to improve care service delivery using a robust contemporary clinical knowledge and professional judgement.
- Demonstrates proven ability to effectively work autonomously and as a team member, as well as the ability to use advanced communication skills to consult, negotiate, educate and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Leads the application and evaluation of contemporary human, material, and financial resource management.
- Exemplifies the West Moreton Health Professional Practice Model by demonstrating person-centred care, professional excellence, safe and effective care delivery, commitment to quality and safety, and collaborative practice.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community – Follow this link
Benefits
- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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WM654446_08 Nurse Unit Manager - Oncology, Palliative Care and Medical Unit RD (PDF, 510KB)
Role Description
Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
Information Package for Applicants
WMH Leadership Standards combined (PDF, 241KB)
Information Package for Applicants
WMH Nursing and Midwifery Professional Practice Model (PDF, 816KB)
Information Package for Applicants
