Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 22 December, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 3-4
Employment type:Part Time
Region:North
Location:LGH Charles Street, Launceston
The Team:Ward 3D is a 32-bed general medical ward located on level 3 of the Launceston General Hospital. Our exceptional staff are committed to treating every patient with respect, patience, and support. We take pride in providing all patients with the highest standard of care. We promote a welcoming and inclusive workplace culture that prioritises staff wellbeing, recognises achievement and fosters a sense of belonging and purpose. Our team is committed to professional development where we have ongoing development opportunities designed to enhance skills, career growth and lifelong learning.
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.Practice in accordance with the NMBA codes and guidelines for registered nurses and midwives.Contribute to the maintenance and promotion of a safe work environment.In collaboration with members of the healthcare team, plan, implement and evaluate patient/client care.Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a strong team approach through open communication and a positive supportive approach.Details of appointment:Multiple permanent positions, full time and part time, shift worker (fully rotational), working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 4 February 2025.
*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:$78,179 to $105,995 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023.Access to the Grade 4 salary range $99,455- $105,995 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4.
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.
Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.Benefits available to eligible candidates:Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.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.Minimum Requirements:Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee's responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on Essential requirements, Desirable requirements, and pre-employment check.
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 Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
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.
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