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. 

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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.

Nurse Unit Manager – Day Medical Unit

Permanent, full-time | Epworth Richmond

• Lead a specialised 20-chair, 4-bed Day Medical Unit
• Join an expanding comprehensive Oncology service at Epworth Richmond
• Shape a high-performing team delivering exceptional Oncology, Haematology and Medical care

Lead a specialised service making a meaningful difference

An exciting permanent opportunity is available for an experienced nursing leader to join Epworth Richmond as Nurse Unit Manager of the Day Medical Unit (DMU).

The Day Medical Unit is a 20-chair, 4-bed service providing specialised infusional care to Oncology, Haematology and Medical patients (inclusive of the adult Allergy clinic) . As part of an expanding comprehensive oncology service, the unit supports patients through some of their most critical treatment journeys.

As Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide clinical, professional and operational leadership to a highly skilled and patient-focused nursing team. You will have the opportunity to shape the culture, capability and performance of the unit while contributing to the continued development and growth of the service.

Combining your clinical expertise with strong people and operational leadership, you will create an environment where your team can thrive and patients and their families receive safe, individualised and exceptional care.

You will make an impact by:

• Providing visible, inspiring clinical and professional leadership to the Day Medical Unit

• Leading the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred Oncology, Haematology and Medical care (Inclusive of the adult Allergy clinic)

• Promoting evidence-based practice, clinical excellence and critical thinking across the team
• Ensuring safe and efficient patient flow while maintaining exceptional standards of quality, safety and patient experience
• Building, developing and retaining an engaged, capable and high-performing nursing workforce
• Promoting ongoing learning, education and professional development for staff
• Leading workforce planning, recruitment, retention, financial management and operational priorities
• Building strong collaborative relationships across nursing, medical and multidisciplinary teams
• Supporting the delivery of coordinated and compassionate care for patients and their families throughout their treatment journey
• Contributing to the ongoing development and growth of Epworth Richmond’s comprehensive oncology service
• Supporting the broader goals and strategic priorities of Epworth HealthCare

Position Description  Inherent Requirements

To be successful in this role

You will be an experienced and engaging nursing leader with a strong background in Oncology and/or Haematology nursing, contemporary clinical knowledge and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

You will bring the leadership capability to inspire and develop your team, foster a positive and collaborative culture, and confidently manage the clinical and operational requirements of a busy Day Medical Unit.

You will have:

• Current nursing registration with AHPRA
• Significant Oncology and/or Haematology nursing experience
• EviQ ADAC Certificate or equivalent chemotherapy competency
• Contemporary knowledge of cancer nursing best practice
• Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant clinical or leadership discipline, or be working towards postgraduate qualifications
• Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to engage, motivate and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A strong commitment to evidence-based practice, quality, patient safety and exceptional clinical outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships across nursing, medical and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience or demonstrated capability in workforce planning, financial management and budget oversight
• Flexibility and adaptability to lead effectively within a growing and evolving healthcare environment

Grow your leadership career at Epworth

At Epworth, professional development extends beyond the ward.

Through the Brookes Academy, Epworth nurses and midwives have access to development pathways across clinical practice, leadership, education, research and innovation. Supported by the Epworth Medical Foundation, Academy programs and courses are provided free of charge to Epworth employees, supporting you to continue developing your leadership capability and expertise throughout your career.

About Epworth Richmond

Epworth Richmond is a fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you’ll work alongside highly skilled practitioners across a broad range of clinical specialties.

You’ll have the opportunity to broaden your experience and grow your expertise within an organisation that continues to invest in its people, facilities, education and technology to support exceptional patient care.

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
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

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.

Ready to lead the next chapter of Oncology care?

If you’re an accomplished nursing leader ready to lead a specialised team, shape the continued growth of a comprehensive Oncology service and make a meaningful impact on patients and their families, we’d love to hear from you.

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

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

Please Note:  Applications are reviewed as received. Don’t wait—this role may be filled before the closing date.

Apply now… we’ve over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

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.