Associate Nurse Unit Manager

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Employment status and hours: Permanent Part-time 48hours

• Located in: Capel Sound (Rosebud)

• Classification: ANUM Grade 3 Year 4/ANUM Year 2 plus super

The Team & Role

Carinya is a 26-bed purpose built Aged Persons Mental Health residential Care Facility designed to provide high level specialist nursing care to residents with complex mental health diagnoses or changed behaviours associated with dementia, who are unable to be managed effectively in a generic aged care facility.

The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) is a valued and integral member of the Peninsula Health multidisciplinary team demonstrating flexibility in caring for residents and their families. The ANUM leads competently ensuring RNs and EENs are within their scope of practice to deliver safe, evidence-based person-centred care to achieve optimal health outcomes for older people. They work in collaboration with Nurse Unit Manager to manage day to day running of the Home and cover the NUM when not around

For further information on the role, please see the Position Description

Skills & Experience Required

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor in Nursing with current AHPRA registration

• Leadership experience in working with Older Adults in Aged Care /Mental Health settings

• Demonstrated Understanding of the Aged Care Act and Strengthened Aged Care Standards

• Exceptional Communication and Organisational Skills

Desirable:

• Knowledgeable in working with clients with changed behaviours

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities

• Take advantage of free/low-cost onsite parking

• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing

• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots

• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport

• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program

• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners

• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information please contact Maeve Kennedy :[email protected]

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Maeve Kennedy in recruitment email or the People Experience Team on (03) 9784 2700 9784 2700).

The role ceases advertising on 22 September 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.  For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.

*Screening Question for Selection Criteria: Do you currently work for any care group that is part of Bayside Health?