Associate Nurse Unit Manager (523349L1)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth

Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Thursday 22 October, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

The Team

The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) provides clinical and operational leadership within the North West Renal Unit, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality and patient-centred renal care. Working closely with Nurse Unit Managers and the multidisciplinary team, the ANUM coordinates daily clinical operations, staffing, resources and patient flow while maintaining excellence in haemodialysis care. The role combines advanced renal nursing practice with leadership responsibilities, including staff support, mentoring, quality improvement, clinical governance and service development, contributing to a collaborative and accountable team culture.

The Role

As an Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) at the North West Renal Unit, you will:

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight of daily haemodialysis operations, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care.
• Coordinate staffing, patient allocations, clinical resources and patient flow to support efficient service delivery and continuity of care.
• Support and mentor nursing staff, promote evidence-based practice, contribute to quality improvement and clinical governance activities, and foster a positive, collaborative team environment.

You will need

• Strong haemodialysis and renal nursing knowledge, with the ability to deliver contemporary, patient-centred care and sound clinical decision-making.
• Effective leadership and communication skills, with the ability to support staff, foster multidisciplinary collaboration and coordinate clinical and operational priorities.
• Commitment to staff development, quality improvement and service innovation, contributing to a positive workplace culture and continuous improvement of renal services.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent part time, shift worker position, working 38 hours per fortnight, with a soon as possible start.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$109,767 to $115,813 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withNurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
• Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate qualifications

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) G5 (July 2023)

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Kirby Wheatley & Ailsa Jones

Position: Nurse Unit Manager North West Renal Satellite Unit

Phone number: (03) 6477 7746

Email address: [email protected]

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