Associate Nurse Unit Manager - Outpatient Department

Associate Nurse Unit Manager – Specialist Clinics and Outpatient Pathology At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation.

This role presents an excellent opportunity for nurses who are motivated to further develop their leadership capabilities and contribute to the management of a multidisciplinary team within a dynamic and supportive clinical environment.

Position Overview Co‑lead the management of Specialist Clinics and Outpatient Pathology services, supporting coordination of nursing activities and related services to ensure high‑quality patient care aligned with organisational strategic objectives.

If the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) is absent, the ANUM will assume responsibility for operational management of Specialist Clinics and Outpatient Pathology.

Key Responsibilities

Co‑lead the management of Specialist Clinics and Outpatient Pathology services.

Coordinate nursing activities and related services to ensure safe, effective, and patient‑centred care.

Assume leadership responsibility in the absence of the NUM.

Develop and implement strategies to streamline workflows and enhance service delivery.

Support initiatives that improve patient experience across outpatient pathology and specialist clinics.

Contribute to quality, safety and continuous improvement portfolios.

Qualifications and Experience

Registration as a Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.

Advanced communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.

Experience in staff management and leadership.

Experience managing quality portfolios.

Wound care management experience.

Performance development and/or leadership experience.

Remuneration Reimbursement as per Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028. ANUM Year 1 (Y0W11): $116,911.60 (full‑time equivalent – prorated for part time); ANUM Year 2 (YW12): $120,848.00 (full‑time equivalent – prorated for part time), dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

How to Apply Interested applicants are invited to apply by submitting a current CV outlining relevant skills and experience to support the assessment process. Applications close 11:59 PM Tuesday 24 March 2026.

To apply, visit the Peter Mac Careers page or contact the hiring manager below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager:

Sandra Day Email:

sandra.day@petermac.org

Why Work for Peter Mac

Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.

Our staff benefits include award‑winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

Peter Mac is a child‑safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which our five sites are located throughout Victoria. We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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