Nursing Unit Manager Level 1

Do you have a passion in Child & Family Health Nursing ? Are you a leader who can support teams to work collaboratively and enhance the client experience? 

Karitane have been the leaders in parenting services since 1923 providing support and education on the unique challenges of parenting to mums and dads with children from birth to 5 years of age. All our services are evidence based and delivered by a professional team of child and family health nurses, paediatricians, social workers, psychologists and psychiatrists offering complete holistic care, along with administrative support.

Karitane is a family-friendly workplace with a strong culture of success that reflects our values of innovation, excellence, respect and collaboration. We are a passionate and highly engaged team who enjoy making a difference to the lives of families across NSW. We support each other and provide excellent professional development opportunities. Join our team and make a difference today. 

POSITION TITLE:              Nursing Unit Manager
HOURS:                             Full-time (up until June 30 2022) with possible extension 
OPERATIONAL BASE:     Camden Residential Unit
CLASSIFICATION             Nurse Unit Manager Level 1
VACCINATION CATEGORY:       A-High Risk
RESPONSIBLE TO:        Director of Clinical Services
    

SUMMARY ROLE AND FUNCTION

We are seeking an experienced Manager who is able to provide leadership and manage the delivery of health care services to all families admitted to the Camden Residential Unit. The position is an integral part of nursing administration and has responsibility and accountability for planning, development, implementation and evaluation of health services for clients and for overseeing the delivery of those services. This includes the co-ordination and monitoring of service provision, and implementing and monitoring activity relating to service planning and development and policy development.

Karitane staff provide safe, effective, quality care consistent with the organisation's mission, philosophy, values and standards of care, and adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA: (Each criteria must be addressed in the a cover letter)

    
1.    Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia
2.    Post Graduate Child and Family Nurse Qualification with a minimum of 3 years’ experience .demonstrated recent experience
3.    Demonstrated experience in health management or working towards or a combination of study and demonstrated recent experience.
4.    Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to liaise and negotiate with clinicians, managers, staff and other key stakeholders.
5.    Demonstrated child and family clinical experience in coordinating the delivery of services to meet identified operational outcomes.
6.    Demonstrated experience in leading and managing staff to provide exceptional client care hat is flexible and responsive and ensures the optimal family experience.
7.    Demonstrated experience in budget development and monitoring financial performance
8.    Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate, inspire and manage staff to achieve service and organisational goals utilising recognised change management principles
9.    Demonstrated ability in windows programs, data bases, andor computer based rostering systems
10.    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and in particular key messages in relation to the First 2000 Days implementation strategy.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

•    Temporary full-time (up until June 30 2022) with possible extension (38 hours per week) status in accordance with the Named NSW (Non­ Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Nurses Agreement 2017. Shift times and days may be varied according to the needs of the organisation. Karitane services are provided at a number of sites within the Sydney Metropolitan Area.
•    The majority of Karitane services close for approximately two weeks over the ChristmasNew Year period, during which time employees are required to take leave. Negotiable for Careline & Intake Services
•    Karitane supports a smoke free environment including grounds, buildings and vehicles. Applicants will have a commitment to EEO & WHS, ethical practice and the principles of cultural diversity.
•    Relevant Police Check, Working with Children Check, Apprehended Violence Orders and prior employment checks, including relevant disciplinary proceedings, will be conducted on recommended applicants
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What Karitane can offer as part of your employment package?

•    Opportunity to access a range of clinical and non-clinical education programs
•    Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff.

For further information on Karitane, please visit our website s:karitane.com.au to view our service and to obtain a full position description for this role. 

Please note: If your application does not address the selection criteria, your application will not be considered.
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