Department of Health Tasmania – Latrobe TAS Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.The Role:Strengthens health outcomes through the provision of safe quality, clinically appropriate nursing care in partnership with patients/clients, their families and other health professionals.It would be preferable that the successful applicant would holds, or working towards the following:Previous perioperative surgery experience highly desirable.Holds or is working towards post graduate qualifications in peri operative nursing.Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.The Team:The newly commissioned Operating Theatre complex consists of two Endoscopy, two General Theatres, Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and a Day Surgery Unit (DSU).Currently functioning in two theatres each day, with an uplift to increase to three theatres in the coming months.The regional theatres for the Northwest, providing surgical services for minor general, gynaecology, endoscopy, orthopaedics, urology and dental procedures for the North and Northwest.Why Tasmania:The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.Details of appointments:Multiple permanent full time, day worker positions, working up to 76hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.*notwithstanding hours to 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, part time, and casual vacancies.Salary:$75,902to $102,908 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023You'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.Access to the Grade 4 salary range $96,558 - $102,908 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4Paymentof $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 typeBenefit 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.Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered NurseNote: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.Statement of Duties:Generic Registered Nurse G3-G4 (July 2023) CSU.docxApplication Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docxHow to apply:Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.For more informationApplicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.Name:Katherine MacbethPhone number:(03) 6478 5***Email address:****** it is like working at the Department of Health?Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful Nurses and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! 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