Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Aged Care

Position Title: Associate Nurse Unit Manager – Aged Care         

Classification: YW11 – YW12                       

Salary per hour: $60.93 to $62.99 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options

 Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Part-time up to 72 hours per fortnight until 29^th November 2026

Award: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024 -2028

Role description

Cohuna District Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our Residential Aged Care team.

This key leadership role supports the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) in delivering safe, high-quality, person-centred care while ensuring the efficient operation of the service. The ANUM provides clinical leadership, guidance, and support to the nursing team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Working within our Residential Aged Care service, you will oversee the delivery of comprehensive and holistic care, provide expert clinical assessment and support for residents with acute and complex care needs, and contribute to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for residents, families, and staff.

The successful applicant will work closely with the NUM, Director of Clinical Services, medical practitioners, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with professional, accreditation, and organisational standards. In addition, the ANUM will contribute to workforce development, clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives, and the ongoing enhancement of resident outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a registered nurse with strong clinical and leadership skills who is passionate about aged care and committed to delivering exceptional resident-focused services within a rural health setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and operational support to the NUM.
• Coordinate and supervise the delivery of high-quality resident care.
• Support, mentor, and develop nursing and care staff.
• Promote clinical excellence, safety, and quality improvement.
• Assist with workforce management and day-to-day service operations.

Collaborate effectively with residents, families, medical practitioners, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Support compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and organisational policies.

About you

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australian and current practicing

Essential:

• Extensive experience (minimum 5 years) in clinical nursing
• ALS Certified (or completion on successful appointment to role)

Desirable:

• Completion or working towards post graduate qualification in a related field or equivalent
• Current membership of relevant professional organization(s) desirable

Culture and Benefits

Nestled 274 km north of Melbourne along the scenic Murray Valley Highway, Cohuna is a charming town with a population of 2,415. Surrounded by lush dairy farms and set on the tranquil banks of Gunbower Creek, Cohuna offers a perfect blend of relaxation, recreation and natural beauty.

Cohuna is the gateway to Gunbower Island, a vast forested haven between Gunbower Creek and the Murray River. Explore towering red gums and box forests and encounter native wildlife including kangaroos, emus and a rich variety of birdlife.

Whether you're a thrill-seeker or a nature lover, Cohuna has something for everyone:

• Fishing & Water-Skiing on Gunbower Creek
• Canoeing & Camping under the stars
• Golf & Tennis at local facilities
• Bushwalking & Birdwatching in serene surrounds
• Parkrun & Picnics in Garden Park

Cohuna is more than a holiday destination—it's a regional sports hub and a welcoming community. The town's Main Street runs alongside Gunbower Creek, offering picturesque views, local shops, and friendly faces.

*All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check and compliance with Cohuna District Hospitals Vaccination Policy.

For further information about this position, please contact Wendy Lunghusen – Director of Clinical Service on 0418442479

Applications close 6^th September 2026

We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as applications may be reviewed and progressed before the closing date.

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