On 17 July 2023, the inaugural Nurse Unit Manager Leadership Program (NUMLP) was launched in Sydney, marking the beginning of a transformative journey for 24 aspiring nurse leaders from across Australia. Over five days, participants delved into an intensive masterclass led by esteemed leaders. One year on, three alumni have shared the profound ways in…
Nurse Unit Managers (NUM) are an essential part of healthcare teams, blending a unique mix of clinical expertise and leadership acumen. No two Nurse Unit Manager roles are the same, with every leader facing unique responsibilities and requirements shaped by their specific work setting and speciality. To showcase the diversity of the role of NUM,…
I remember the day an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) approached me and said, “Jen, would you be interested in being acting NUM while we recruit to the position?” My eyes widened; I took a deep breath, and the word “sure” slipped out of my mouth. As I went back to my patient’s ventilation observations,…