Nurse Unit Manager | Clinical Manager | Clinical Nurse Manager – Mental Health Location: Shepperton, VIC Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Nurse Unit Manager / Clinical Manager / Clinical Nurse Manager to join our Clinical Services team.
This is a key leadership role within the hospital, responsible for the effective management of human, financial and material resources within the department.
You will play a critical role in driving clinical excellence, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care aligned with best practice and legislative requirements. Working closely with the Executive team, you will contribute to strategic planning, service improvement, and operational performance across the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the clinical unit
Drive a culture of clinical excellence and continuous improvement
Oversee workforce planning, rostering, and resource allocation
Manage departmental budgets, consumables, and equipment (including CAPEX)
Monitor casemix, patient flow, and length of stay to optimise outcomes and efficiency
Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
Lead quality improvement initiatives and apply evidence-based practice
Manage patient feedback and complaints in a professional and timely manner
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and support organisational objectives
Essential Criteria:
Current registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)
Extensive clinical experience within mental health
Proven leadership and management experience
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to manage financial, human, and material resources
Experience in quality improvement and applying research to practice
Desirable:
Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health
Previous experience in a Nurse Unit Manager or similar leadership role
Tertiary qualification in management (or working towards)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
What We Offer
Opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within a supportive organisation
Collaborative and values-driven team environment
Ongoing professional development and career progression
The chance to influence clinical strategy and service delivery
If you are interested in hearing further, please feel free to reach out to darienne.anandappa@healthcareaustralia.com.au.
Sounds like the role for you?
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