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Monash Health is Victoria's largest public health service, employing over 22,000 people across various specialities.

Part of Monash Health, the Kingston Centre plays a vital role in the community providing aged care, aged mental health services and highly regarded rehabilitation programs for adults of all ages. We provide a range of specialist health care and support services to older people.

Our Journey- South 2 at The Kingston Centre – Subacute Rehabilitation

South 2 is a 20 bed Subacute Rehabilitation Ward providing care and assistance with recovery for a diverse range of patients who have been in hospital and require complex interdisciplinary interventions.  We are currently looking for an experienced Associate Nurse Manager to join our team for a 12 month maternity leave cover, working 72 hours/fortnight. We pride ourselves on the delivery of high quality care through a multidisciplinary approach and strive for positive outcomes and experiences for our patients and staff. This is a fast paced work environment that provides opportunities and challenges for staff to ensure work satisfaction and enjoyment.

A day in the life

In this leadership role you will work closely with the Nurse Manager to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the ward. No two days will be the same as you work within an established, friendly and supportive team environment, working closely together to care for patients along with providing opportunities for staff development and growth in areas that staff are passionate about.

What you bring 

With broad experience as a Registered Nurse, you understand the importance of patient centred care. You have a genuine interest in working and interacting with our diverse patient group, supporting them with daily functions.  At times, this patient cohort can demonstrate challenging behaviours. Functions.

Your strong clinical skills will be regularly demonstrated as you undertake complex discharge planning, complex wounds and address continence and catheter issues to see that all patients are treated with dignity and respect whilst in our care. You bring genuine passion and interest to this unique environment.

With excellent communication and negotiation skills, you have the resilience to manage your responsibilities across a variable unit as part of a devoted team. While you have had some exposure to Subacute Services, experience in a dedicated Neuro Rehabilitation unit is not mandatory. At the heart of your practice is the patient and providing patient centred care always.  You have a ‘Lead by example’ attitude, are proactive and have exceptional time management and critical analysis skills

You will also demonstrate;

• dedicated to safe best practice and quality care


• enthusiastic, compassionate and able to work collaboratively


• excited to contribute towards specific portfolios and quality improvement activities in our relentless pursuit of excellence


• Role model nursing excellence


• Inspire individuals and groups to achieve personal, organisational and service professional goals


• Promote a unit culture of optimism, innovation, encouragement, learning and creativity


• Demonstrate a commitment to organisational driven change


• Participate in developing others including orientation, preceptorship, mentoring and succession planning


• Clearly communicate clinical and behavioural expectations to staff


• Work collaboratively to support the Nurse Manager to provide effective, visible leadership and supervision across the team.

 In Return

Ours is a connected team with strong shared values and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Ours is also a highly skilled, collaborative and welcoming multidisciplinary team where the only limit in your career is you.

access to Monash Health in-house learning portals to further expand your acute clinical skills and knowledge base

avenues to further develop your leadership and project management skills

mentorship and career guidance

support to attend relevant forums and conferences

a supportive learning environment, should you wish to undertake postgraduate studies

Our full-time employees have the opportunity to accrue a day off every four weeks.  In addition, you will have access to benefits including salary packaging options that increase your take-home pay, access to onsite subsidised staff car parking and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Monash Health recognises the value of equal employment opportunity and is committed to patient safety and promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles.

There is no better time to join us and here’s just a few reasons why:

• Access to Monash Health in-house learning portals to further expand your clinical skills and knowledge base


• Avenues to further develop your leadership and project management skills


• Mentorship and career guidance


• Support to attend relevant forums and conferences


• A supportive learning environment, should you wish to undertake postgraduate studies

All our full-time employees have the opportunity to accrue a day off every four weeks. In addition, you will have access to benefits including salary packaging to increase your take-home pay, access to on site staff car parking and gym, uniform and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Monash Health is a great place to work so come join The Kingston Centre now!

For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please refer to attached ‘Application Guide’ located under Position Documents.

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