Clinical Nurse Specialist - Intensive Care Liaison (600083)Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
North West Regional Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 09 February, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5
$106,570 to $112,440 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:Region:North West
Location:North West Regional Hospital
The Clinical Nurse Specialist - Intensive Care Liaison (CNS) is a clinical expert who acts as a clinical/educational resource for nursing, medical and allied health staff involved in the management of patients with complex care needs within the ward setting, working with other members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care for patients.
The Role: The North West Regional Hospital is seeking dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialists to join our team in the ICU.
A key role of the position is to develop and maintain collaborative links between nursing, medical and allied health staff and the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
The CNS acts as a bridge between the skills and resources of the ICU and the ward environment, supporting continuity of care and patient flow, minimising relocation stress for patients and their families.
The CNS will identify quality improvement or research activities on a hospital-wide approach and implement appropriate strategies to improve practice.
Expected outputs are an improvement in patient outcomes, staff satisfaction, patient safety and an overall reduction in Intensive Care length of stay and readmissions.
Details of appointment: Multiple vacancies available, let us know what works for you:
Permanent, part time, shift worker position, working up to 32 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agree upon date.Fixed term, part time, shift worker position, working up to 56 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until May 2025.*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Salary:$106,570 to $112,440 pro rata, per annum.
Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
You will have access to a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Payment of $15,000 staged over three years is available for Nurses and Midwives who move to Tasmania from interstate and remain employed full time for three years or more, on top of relocation allowance already available.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification typeBenefits available to eligible candidates: Travel 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 – You and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered NurseDesirable criteria:
Holds a relevant Post Graduate Critical Care Qualification or has had a minimum of 5 years' experience in ICU as a senior clinician and is working towards a Post Graduate Critical Care Qualification.For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, 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.
Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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