Australia, Tas About the Tasmanian State ServiceThe Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.Position OverviewSupport the Nurse Unit Manager in overseeing and managing the daily, after-hours operations of the Mental Health Inpatient Unit (MHIU), ensuring efficient allocation of resources and maintaining a high standard of patient care.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and report clinical risks within MHIU, and collaborate with the Nurse Unit Manager and other healthcare team members to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of risk mitigation strategies.Participate in Quality & Safety and WHS processes, including developing safety systems, improvement initiatives, safeguarding vulnerable people, and related training.Coordinate patient/client centred care delivery and flow.Minimum RequirementsYou will need:Demonstrated clinical experience in the relevant practice area, with the capacity to provide clinical leadership, exercise professional judgement and initiative, and work with minimal supervision.Demonstrated ability to understand the business of the unit/service in delivering the best outcomes within available resources, including an understanding of patient flow principles and discharge planning.Demonstrated ability to contribute to the evaluation, innovation, and development of services provided by the unit/service and the review of clinical practice policy, procedures, and protocols.Demonstrated time management and organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise clinical and administrative tasks within a busy environment.Proven commitment to teamwork, together with advanced interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication, and the ability to lead, manage conflict, and work effectively with a multidisciplinary team.Details of AppointmentPermanent, full time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Salary: $103,466 to $109,165 per annum, with an 11.5% superannuation contribution on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023.Benefits AvailableTravel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees.Professional development and accelerated pathways.Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania.Application ProcessApplicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria, including being registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process, and application guidance.For more information, applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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