We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Nursing Unit Manager (NUM) who will support the organisation’s Christian Mission, Purpose and Values, and provide excellence in leadership in our busy 20 bed Palliative Care Unit at Braeside Hospital at Prairiewood. The Palliative Care service includes the inpatient unit, the day hospital, outpatient clinics and after-hours telephone advice. This service is for those diagnosed with a life threatening illness when relief from symptoms or pain management may be required. 

 

Reporting to the Nurse Manager on site at Braeside Hospital, the NUM is responsible for all nursing, administration and clinical functions of the Palliative Care service at Braeside, including staff and roster management. This crucial role manages a team of nurses, so strong people leadership skills are essential.  

 

The Palliative Care team strives to ensure that each patient is cared for with dignity in an encouraging, compassionate, stable and home-like environment. 

 

For further information or for any queries, contact Elayne Armer, Nurse Manager, on 02-9616 8653 or email

elayne.armer@sswahs.nsw.gov.au

 

Salary & Conditions are as per the NSW Public Health System Nurses & Midwives State Award.

 

For the Position Description, including a list of the essential and desirable criteria, please see the Hope Healthcare website: http://www.hopehealthcarecareers.com.au/careers or phone for a copy.

 

Written applications, including a resume and a covering letter addressing the essential and desirable criteria, should be sent to: Elayne Armer, Hope Healthcare, Locked Bag 82, Wetherill Park NSW 2164.

 

Applications close 5pm, Tuesday 10^th November 2009.

 

All short-listed applicants will be asked to consent to a national criminal record check.