Job Description:

Permanent Full-Time | Fitzroy Campus

Lead. Inspire. Grow.

Looking for a career that offers the perfect balance between professional fulfilment and lifestyle?

Imagine working just moments from the MCG, Melbourne Park and the city's vibrant cafés, restaurants, shopping and theatres. At St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne (SVPHM), you'll enjoy an exceptional work environment in one of Melbourne's most sought-after locations while advancing your leadership career.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our high-performing Endoscopy Unit within the Perioperative Services Department at our Fitzroy campus.

About the Role

This is a permanent full-time position (76 hours per fortnight) and an exciting opportunity for an emerging or experienced nurse leader to play a key role in the daily operations of our Endoscopy Unit.

Working alongside a supportive and experienced leadership team, you will help drive clinical excellence, lead and mentor staff, manage your allocated portfolio, and contribute to delivering exceptional patient care.

This role offers genuine opportunities to develop your leadership capability while making a meaningful impact within a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide clinical and operational leadership within the Endoscopy Unit.
• Support the day-to-day management of the department.
• Lead, coach and develop a multidisciplinary team.
• Foster a positive, safe and collaborative workplace culture.
• Build strong relationships with medical specialists and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service development.
• Assist with workforce planning, resource management and budget responsibilities.
• Promote excellence in patient-centred care.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum three years' recent experience within the Operating Theatre/Endoscopy environment.
• Previous ANUM or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing competing priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in budget planning and resource management.
• Postgraduate qualifications (or working towards) are highly desirable.
• Current National Criminal History Check (or willingness to obtain).

Why Join St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne?

At SVPHM, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture built on respect, compassion, collaboration and continuous learning.

When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• A supportive and experienced leadership team committed to your success.
• Genuine career development and leadership opportunities.
• Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
• Fitness Passport discounted gym membership.
• Workplace giving program – Give4Good.
• Additional purchased leave options to support work-life balance.
• Staff discounts on hospital admissions across SVHA Private Hospitals.
• A welcoming, inclusive and values-based workplace where your contribution is recognised and celebrated.

About St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne

St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne is a leading not-for-profit Catholic private hospital operating across four campuses—Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee.

As part of St Vincent's Health Australia, Australia's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, we are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare with compassion, integrity and excellence.

Apply Now

If you're ready to take the next step in your nursing leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your application including:

• Cover Letter
• Current Resume

Our Commitment

We are committed to equal employment opportunity, diversity and inclusion, and maintaining a smoke-free workplace.

St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and warmly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to undergo relevant criminal history and/or child protection checks.

In line with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, successful applicants will also be required to meet mandatory immunisation requirements applicable to the role.

Want to Know More?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Mirjana Bulatovic
mirjana.bulatovic@svha.org.au

Closing Date:

12 November 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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