Occupation

265331 Nursing / Midwifery Unit Manager

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

265331 Nursing / Midwifery Unit Manager

Manages a health service unit or sub-unit of a hospital or community health care facility to enable the provision of safe, cost-effective nursing or midwifery care.

Registration or licensing is required.

Alternative title

  • Associate Nurse Manager

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Determines objectives, strategies, policies and programs for the unit or health care facility, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
  • Provides management, education and training to staff, implementing advancements in nursing/midwifery practices
  • Manages financial resources for the unit or facility and the provision of cost-effective nursing/midwifery care
  • Monitors and evaluates the quality and clinical standards of nursing/midwifery care
  • Collaborates with other Health Professionals to ensure coordinated patient care
  • Recruits and rosters staff to meet the needs of the unit or health care facility