Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Tambo Medical/Surgical

Take the next step in your nursing career and build your leadership capability in a supportive acute care environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse to step into a leadership role, coordinate patient care, mentor staff and support the delivery of high-quality clinical services across the Tambo Medical/Surgical Ward.

What You'll Do

• Support the Nurse Unit Manager in leading and coordinating Tambo Medical/Surgical Ward
• Coordinate patient care and patient flow each shift
• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to nursing staff
• Lead discharge planning and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Act as Nurse in Charge and support service improvement initiatives

The Contract: Ongoing Part Time | 56.0 hours per fortnight

Skills & Experience:

• Current AHPRA registration with recent experience in acute medical and/or surgical nursing
• Demonstrated leadership and care coordination experience
• Understanding and ability to facilitate patient flow and early discharge planning
• Strong collaboration skills across nursing, medical and allied health teams
• Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Med/Surg Nursing, High Dependency Nursing or Critical Care or commitment to commence study

Please view the full key selection criteria in the Position Description here.

Why Join BRHS?

• Step into a leadership role with strong team support
• Further develop management and clinical leadership skills
• Work within a diverse 34-bed acute medical/surgical ward
• Extensive salary packaging and competitive remuneration
• Enjoy the East Gippsland lifestyle, beaches and outdoor attractions

Applications close: Sunday 6th December 2026

Ready to make a difference? For more information contact:

Michelle Wealands, Nurse Unit Manager Tambo Ward on 5150 5359.

Applications are to include:

• Cover letter 
• Resume (including two professional referees)
• Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description)

All appointments are subject to the below requirements.  Successful applicants are unable to commence until these have been provided: 

• Satisfactory Police Record Check 
• Immunisation Status Clearance 
• Working with Children Check

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region. Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS. 

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At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve.  We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported.  Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at people.culture@brhs.com.au

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is deeply committed to an environment that supports the safety and wellbeing of all people including children.  Read our full values and commitments here.