Assistant Director of Nursing - Access and Flow (Hospitals South IOC) (518044)

The role:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced nurse leader to join the Integrated Operations Centre team. This pivotal role provides effective leadership and operational management to achieve the defined objectives of the health service with regards to service-wide patient Access and Flow management across Hospitals South.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high level of senior operational leadership and direction, ensuring resources are effectively utilised, and identify opportunities for improvement and implement change processes, including human resourcing, service delivery models, structural and operational changes required for the delivery of high quality, efficient and seamless care.

This position demands strong organisational and problem-solving skills, integrating and leading quality improvement, project management, reform changes, Safety and Quality standards, learning and research/evidence implementation, and service redesign priorities into the day-to-day operations of their area. This includes the development of integrated multidisciplinary models of care and best use of data systems to reduce variability and optimise patient pathways across sectors, agencies, and divisions to improve access, outcomes, and experience.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Royal Hobart Hospital

• Well supported by a team of Managers and Clinical Nurse Consultants to support daily operations.

• Join a strong team culture that fosters collaboration, professional growth, and mutual support among all staff members.

• Contribute by working with other senior IOC staff and a broad range of colleagues and stakeholders to optimise patient flow

Details of Appointment

Permanent full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight (with on-call), commencing as soon as possible.

*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: $139,948 per 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.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 7.5% based on qualification type
• Professional Development Allowance of up to $500 per annum.
• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

1. Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

1. Holds a relevant postgraduate qualification and can demonstrate application of the acquired knowledge base to achieve nursing service improvements and organisational outcomes aligned to the hospital-wide professional requirements of the position.

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:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

1. crimes of violence
2. sex related offences
3. serious drug offences
4. crimes involving dishonesty

1. Identification check
2. 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.

Statement of Duties

Applicant Guide

For more information (Contact Officer)

Trish Allen

Phone: 0473 818 ***
Position: A/Nursing Director - IOC
E-mail: ***********@ths.tas.gov.au

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