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Yarrawonga Health is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our Residential Aged Care team. This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse ready to step into a leadership role, supporting the Nurse Unit Manager to deliver high-quality, person-centred care while leading and mentoring a dedicated clinical team.

As the ANUM, you will provide clinical leadership and operational support across Residential Services, coordinating safe, effective care and acting in charge of the unit in the absence of the Nurse Unit Manager. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent clinical outcomes, a positive team culture, and compliance with Aged Care Standards.

• Support the Nurse Unit Manager in the day-to-day leadership and management of Residential Services.


• Coordinate safe, high-quality, person-centred care and oversee clinical operations on each shift.


• Act as Nurse Unit Manager during periods of leave or absence.


• Provide leadership, mentoring and clinical support to nursing staff.


• Promote continuous quality improvement, risk management and compliance with Aged Care Standards.


• Collaborate with residents, families and the multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible care outcomes.


• Contribute to staff education, orientation and professional development.

You will bring:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.


• Minimum 3-5 years' clinical nursing experience, preferably in aged care.


• Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to coordinate clinical teams.


• Strong communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.


• Sound knowledge of Aged Care Standards, accreditation requirements and person-centred care.


• A commitment to continuous improvement, quality and safe care.

Management qualifications or leadership training, along with palliative care experience, will be highly regarded.

We are looking for individuals who are dedicated, reliable, and possess a genuine passion for helping others. The ideal candidate will exhibit:

• Community - We strengthen connection and partnerships to improve the health and well-being of our people.


• Compassion - We treat all people with empathy and respect.


• Courage - We have the strength to see opportunities and do what's right.


• Accountability - We take responsibility for our actions, decisions and outcomes. We are committed to being transparent, dependable and ethical in all that we do.

At Yarrawonga Health, you'll join a supportive and collaborative team committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our community. We offer:

• Professional development and leadership development opportunities.


• A supportive and collaborative team environment.


• The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of older people.


• An exceptional regional lifestyle on the banks of the Murray River.

Yarrawonga Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from all backgrounds.

At Yarrawonga Health, we are committed to creating a workforce that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our community. We warmly welcome applications from:

Aboriginal peoples

Torres Strait Islander peoples

LGBTQIA+ individuals

People with disability, including those with visible and non-visible disabilities

People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

At Yarrawonga Health, we value diversity, foster inclusion, and are committed to providing a culturally safe, welcoming, and accessible workplace for all.

More Information:

For more information regarding the role contact:

Emma Williamson, Nurse Unit Manager via email on

All employment with Yarrawonga Health is subject to and conditional upon a satisfactory Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Victorian 'Employee' Working with Children's Check if required.

All healthcare workers are required to have mandatory evidence of vaccination will be required prior to commencement.

Application Close: 29th November 2026

Yarrawonga Health is seeking an experienced Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to lead the Residential Aged Care team. You will support the Nurse Unit Manager, deliver person-centred care, and mentor the clinical team to ensure excellent clinical outcomes.

You will be an AHPRA-registered RN with 3-5 years' nursing experience, strong leadership, and knowledge of Aged Care Standards. The role is based in Yarrawonga, Victoria, with opportunities to drive quality and safety across shifts.