Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) Maternity Unit (504459) Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 15 May, 2024 11:55 PM
Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 7b
$126,411 to $132,325 pro rata, per annum
Employment type: Part Time
Region: North
Location: LGH Charles Street, Launceston
The Nurse Unit Manager:• Provides leadership to the Maternity Unit, Launceston General Hospital.• Ensures the efficient and effective provision of care, based on clinical standards and best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework by coordinating the clinical, management, education and nursing research functions within the Maternity Unit.
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The Launceston General Hospital (LGH) is the major referral hospital in Northern Tasmania and the Maternity Servicesdelivers approximately 1,600 new born babies each year. With a 6 bed Birth Suite, 29 bed Maternity Unit and 9 bed Special Care Unit your work will be fast paced and very rewarding.
This is an exciting opportunity for an emerging Midwifery Manager to join the Women's and Children's nursing and midwifery leadership team. Professional development opportunities and mentoring available.
The role: The Nurse Unit Manager:
Provides leadership to the Maternity Unit, Launceston General Hospital. Ensures the efficient and effective provision of care, based on clinical standards and best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework by coordinating the clinical, management, education and nursing research functions within the Maternity Unit. Leads and manages the coordination of overall patient care and is responsible for managing the allocated human, material and financial resources for service delivery within the Maternity Unit, Launceston General Hospital. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of Appointment Fixed term part time, day workerposition working 16hours per fortnight, commencing from 3 June 2024 until 5 January 2025
*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 - 132,3 25 pro rataper annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible
Salary range is in accordance withNurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023 and Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Interim Agreement 2013 Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration. 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.
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The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives. Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 7b
$126,411 to $132,325 pro rata, per annum
Employment type: Part Time
Region: North
Location: LGH Charles Street, Launceston
The Nurse Unit Manager:• Provides leadership to the Maternity Unit, Launceston General Hospital.• Ensures the efficient and effective provision of care, based on clinical standards and best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework by coordinating the clinical, management, education and nursing research functions within the Maternity Unit.
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 7b
$126,411 to $132,325 pro rata, per annum
Employment type: Part Time
Region: North
Location: LGH Charles Street, Launceston
The Nurse Unit Manager:• Provides leadership to the Maternity Unit, Launceston General Hospital.• Ensures the efficient and effective provision of care, based on clinical standards and best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework by coordinating the clinical, management, education and nursing research functions within the Maternity Unit.
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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
