Clinical Nurse Consultant - Medication Safety (523985) Australia, Tas
About Tasmania Government
About the Tasmanian State Service The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.
Key Responsibilities: Take a lead role in the development and promotion of safe medication practices, working as a key team member of the Safe Medication Practice team to improve the safety and efficiency of patient care.
Work with a significant degree of autonomy under the broad direction provided by the Nursing Director - Safe Medication Practice.
Work in the Safe Medication Practice Unit, maintaining close relationships with regional Medication Safety members.
Promote and facilitate the advancement of evidence-based practice in relation to medication safety within the clinical setting.
Support hospital-wide and statewide multidisciplinary activities and programs that improve medication safety.
Develop and implement clinical policy and guidelines in relation to National guidelines, legislated governance, and National Clinical Standards.
Provide high-level medication safety practice development, education, and strategies in collaboration with the clinical workforce.
Work as part of a statewide multidisciplinary team supporting the advancement of Safe Medication Practices.
You will need:
Demonstrated high-level clinical expertise and competence in medication safety.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in quality improvement and clinical risk management activities.
Demonstrated track record of success in implementing multidisciplinary medication safety initiatives.
Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
Demonstrated ability to apply acquired knowledge and utilise research/evidence in the practice environment.
The Team:
The Safe Medication Practice Unit team consists of Pharmacists, nurses, and a medical lead who champion medication safety by empowering the healthcare team and consumers through:
Advancing medication safety through a just culture.
Collaborating to identify opportunities for quality system improvement.
Keeping abreast of national and international improvement strategies.
Supporting the implementation of evidence-based medication safety practices.
Details of Appointment:
Permanent, part-time, day worker position, working 45.6 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar vacancies.
Salary: $111,506 to $118,336 per annum (Pro rata), with an 11.5% superannuation contribution on top of this amount.
You'll have access to a range of benefits including living expenses and other allowances if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
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 fitness facilities across Tasmania.
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.
Application Process:
Applicants are encouraged to review the Statement of Duties and Application Guide prior to applying.
You will need to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties.
For More Information:
Contact: Nursing Director
0437791727
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Department Values:
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values of the Department of Health.
We encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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