NUM - Mental Health Inpatient

Nurse Unit Manager
Mental Health Acute Inpatient Unit | South West VIC

• Role Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday to Friday (business hours)
• Contract: 3-month fixed term
• Start Date: ASAP
• Unit: Mental Health Acute Inpatient Unit (MHAIU)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting a multidisciplinary team in a busy acute mental health inpatient environment
• Managing clinical operations, staffing, and service delivery
• Ensuring high standards of safety, risk management, and recovery-focused care
• Supporting staff supervision, professional development, and performance management
• Driving quality improvement initiatives and maintaining compliance with legislation, including the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022
• Collaborating with senior clinicians and stakeholders to enhance patient care and service integration

What We’re Looking For

• AHPRA-registered Registered Nurse with a mental health qualification
• Postgraduate Diploma or Masters in Mental Health Nursing (or specialist MH undergraduate program)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in mental health services
• Proven leadership and management experience in an acute mental health setting
• Strong communication, clinical governance, and problem-solving skills
• Victorian NUM or senior leadership experience in an MH inpatient unit (highly regarded)

Why Apply?
This role offers the chance to lead a committed inpatient mental health team within a professional, supportive service known for high standards and ongoing improvement. A great opportunity for an experienced mental health nurse looking to step into a strong leadership role.

About Us
At cmr, we’re passionate about connecting healthcare professionals with opportunities that align with their skills, goals, and lifestyle. Learn more about who we are: https://www.cmr.com.au/about-us/

Work Perks
We’re proud to offer our team and contractors a range of perks, from professional support to exclusive benefits that make working with us even more rewarding: https://www.cmr.com.au/perks/

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Are You Ready? If you're a dedicated, experienced NUM looking to diversify your skills and explore Australia's vast landscapes, apply now and start your next career adventure with cmr. If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for, we have other opportunities available please reach out to discuss.