Why Tasmania?Living in North West Tasmania you will experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, world-renowned food and wine, wild and beautiful landscapes, a relaxed island lifestyle, and a fascinating history. We offer a very affordable lifestyle with fantastic properties in idyllic locations at a fraction of the cost compared to Australia's capital cities. Living in Tasmania offers you access to prime organic produce, true farmers' markets, a multitude of food festivals and so much more.The role:We are seeking applications from Registered Nurses with experience in leadership and Palliative Care Services for the role of Nurse Unit ManagerSpecialist Palliative Care Service (SPCS)The successful candidate will ensure 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 SPCS.They will lead and manage the coordination of overall patient/client care and will be responsible for managing the allocated human, material and financial resources for service delivery within the SPCS.Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.The ServiceThe North West Specialist Palliative Care Service is a community based consultative service, working across hospital, aged care and home settings. We are a diverse team, working across diverse communities and landscapes in northwest Tasmania. We service the main population centres of Devonport and Burnie, as well as taking in the rugged landscapes of the West Coast, King Island, Smithton and Sheffield.
- The multi-disciplinary team which consists of medical, nursing, allied health and administrative disciplines provide Palliative Care advice and support to health care providers across North West Tasmania
- 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.
- Post Graduate Allowance of up to 7.5% based on qualification type
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $500 per annum
- Further range of conditions and entitlements in accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service Agreement) 2023
- Current Drivers Licence
- crimes of violence
- sex related offences
- serious drug offences
- crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
- 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.
Phone: 0448 980 688
E-mail: bronwyn.miles@ths.tas.gov.auImportant informationThe email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.To update your email address (or contact number), log in to and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your detailsThe 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.