Registered Nurse - Community

Registered Nurse - Community

Department of Health, George Town

About the Team: The George Town Hospital team operates collaboratively with a focus on delivering high-quality healthcare to enhance outcomes for consumers, the workforce, and the broader Tasmanian community.

The Position: Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager/Team Leader and/or Clinical Coordinator/Clinical Nurse Consultant/Clinical Nurse Specialist, this role involves working under general direction and guidance. You will receive support from experienced Registered Nurses and health professionals to initiate, implement, and evaluate nursing care.

Key Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the healthcare team, plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care.
• Engage effectively with patients'/clients' families and other health team members to support optimal patient/client care.
• Actively participate in maintaining and continuously improving the quality of patient/client care. This may involve research and evidence-based practice.

Requirements:

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
• Possess a current Driver’s Licence.

About the Department of Health Tasmania: The Department of Health Tasmania manages a range of hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, alongside district hospitals and ambulance services. It also delivers community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through over 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's island state, offers significant natural beauty and a desirable lifestyle. Pursuing a health career within Tasmania’s public health system allows for strong connections with colleagues and patients, and the opportunity to embrace a lifestyle with extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a meaningful community impact.

Details of Appointment: This is a casual, day worker position for a fixed term, working as and when required. The role is anticipated to commence as soon as possible for approximately 24 months. Hours are to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

This selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full-time, part-time, and casual vacancies for a period of twelve months from the date of publication.

Salary: $80,524 to $109,175 per annum (Pro rata). A 12% superannuation contribution is in addition to this amount. This salary range aligns with the Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023. Progression to the Grade 4 salary range ($102,439 - $109,175) is subject to a successful application for progression.

Additional allowances may be available, calculated on the salaried incremental point:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.
• Rural Professional Development Allowance of an additional salary allowance of 4%.

Salary Packaging: Access to salary packaging is available for benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, plus other benefits if eligible.

Benefits:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport: Access to over 40 fitness facilities across Tasmania for $14.50 per person per week, or $28.05 for a family.
• The Department of Health holds "Carer Accredited Employer Status," offering support to employees with caring responsibilities (refer to the Carer Recognition Act 2023 for more information).

Further information regarding Employee Benefits can be found at the provided link.

Eligibility: Successful applicants must meet the essential criteria, which include being registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and holding a current Driver’s Licence. Pre-employment checks are detailed in the Application Guide.

Application Information: Please review the Statement of Duties and the Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of duties, program, selection process, and application guidance.

• Statement of Duties: Generic Registered Nurse - Community G3-4 (July 2023) 0003 CSU.docx
• Applicant Guide: Applicant Guide.docx

To apply, please click the "Apply" button on this screen and complete the online application. You will be required to provide a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge relevant to the Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing selection criteria is not required. Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted.

For more information: Contact the designated person for further enquiries.