Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 28 April, 2024 11:55 PM
Sunday 28 April, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 7b
Employment type: Full Time
Region: North West
Location: North West Regional Hospital
Spencer Clinic is a 19-bed acute Mental Health Service located within the exciting North-West Regional Hospital, barely 5 minutes from Burnie's CBD. Spencer is home to a fantastic and compassionate team. This is your chance to lead them.
Burnie is a coastal city that emits laid-back vibes and views of the ocean that are unparalleled. You need to see it to believe it. A short 1.5hr drive will see you arriving in the city of Launceston, 4hrs drive will see you in Hobart, Tasmania's second and largest cities respectfully. Burnie really is a gateway to Tasmania.
There is a plethora of things to do in and around Burnie; The city itself for all your shopping, cafe and eatery needs, the beachside boardwalk, Australia's largest boutique whisky distillery, a museum, Little Penguins Observation Centre and Maker's Workshop to name a view. Want more? 1.5hrs drive will see you at Tasmania's infamous Cradle Mountain. 1hrs drive will see you in Stanley where you can traverse the Nut - the remains of an ancient volcanic plug which you can either climb if you are feeling fit or sit back and enjoy via a chair lift.
Spencer Clinic is a 19-bed acute Mental Health Service located within the exciting North-West Regional Hospital, barely 5 minutes from Burnie's CBD. Spencer is home to a fantastic and compassionate team. This is your chance to lead them.
The role: Leads and manages the coordination of patient care within the Spencer Clinical Inpatient Unit in accordance with best practice principles and within a collaborative multidisciplinary framework. Provides leadership in contemporary nursing practice and promotes an environment conducive to innovation and change.Manages the financial, physical and human resources of the Spencer Clinical Inpatient Unit to achieve agreed service outcomes within the allocated budget.Monitors, manages and reports on the Spencer Clinical Inpatient Unit performance and activity levels. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of Appointment Permanent, full time, day worker (with on call) position working 76hours per fortnight,commencing from 20th May 2024.
*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant
Applicants 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 and part time vacancies. Salary: $126,411 to $132,325 per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023 Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following areas: crimes of violence sex related offences serious drug offences crimes involving dishonesty Disciplinary action in previous employment check. How to Apply Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note: We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria. All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
Director of Nursing - Mental Health Services (N/NW)
0461 459 401
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