Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

In this full-time role, based in East Melbourne, you will be responsible for the operational and clinical leadership of the Scrub Scout team within the Epworth Freemasons Perioperative Services department, to deliver outstanding patient care to patients and their families. You will be part of the Epworth Freemasons leadership team and report to the Associate Director of Clinical Services.

The Nurse Unit Manager will provide clinical and professional leadership to the team who are committed to providing individualised care with our strategic focus that every patient matters. 

Key focus areas for this role include:

• Delivering exceptional experience in accordance with Epworth HealthCare values
• Ensuring patient flow is managed whilst providing high standards of patient care
• Building and nurturing a strong capable workforce within the unit
• Promoting and supporting ongoing learning and education for all staff within the unit
• Recruiting, retention, professional development of staff, financial management and occupational health and safety
• Supporting the goals and strategy of the organisation

To be successful in this role:

• Have current nursing registration with AHPRA
• Have a contemporary knowledge of best practice in perioperative procedures and the patient journey
• Be an experienced clinical leader, capable of supporting and engaging staff, committed to providing exceptional high quality care to patients
• Experience promoting and supporting ongoing learning and education for your team
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing environments
• Possess strong communication and customer liaison skills
• Demonstrated ability in financial management and understanding of budgets.  
• Related Post Graduate qualifications (clinical or leadership) desirable

Position Description          Inherent Requirements

We will review applications as we receive them.

About Epworth Freemasons

Located in East Melbourne, Albert Street is close to public transport and the CBD.  Epworth Freemasons is one of Victoria's leading maternity hospitals, also specialises in health services including Orthopaedics, Urology, Breast and Gynaecological Surgery, Endoscopy, Maternity Services and IVF. Epworth Freemasons offers comprehensive cancer care, and a full range of surgical services, including robotic assisted surgery and ICU care.  Epworth Freemasons at Albert Street overseas 12 theatres plus urodynamics and 2 Jolimont Road theatres.

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

At Epworth, we care.

We care about our patients and we care about our people.  We care about keeping everyone safe.  We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers.  And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Enquire/ Apply

Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or phone (03) 9426 0606.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.