Registered Nurse (515400)

The Registered Nurse:

• Strengthens health outcomes through the provision of safe quality, clinically appropriate nursing care in partnership with patients/clients, their families and other health professionals.

Duties:

• Nursing Care
  • In collaboration with members of the healthcare team plan, implement and evaluates patient/client care.
  • Practice in accordance with the NMBA codes and guidelines for Registered Nurses and midwives.
  • Involve patients/clients and their families/significant others in the planning and implementation of care.
  • Contribute to the maintenance and promotion of a safe work environment.
  • Understand and adhere to relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
  • Maintain accurate and objective documentation.

• Teamwork
  • Interact effectively with patients’/clients’ families and other health team members to facilitate the provision of optimum patient/client care.
  • Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a strong team approach through open communication and a positive supportive approach.
  • Actively contribute to the communication process, including attending and participating in team meetings.
• Excellence in Practice
  • Active involvement in maintaining and continually improving the quality of patient/client care. This may include participation in research and evidence based practice.
  • Contribute to the review and development of innovative procedures, policies and best practice related to patient/client care.
  • Participate in the development and revision of documentation relating to nursing based best practice in the defined practice area.
  • In partnership with the patient/client, plan care to provide agreed patient/client outcomes.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing strategies towards meeting anticipated patient/client outcomes.

Details of Appointment

Fixed term, full time and part time shift work (fully rotational) positions, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 3 August 2024.

Please note that 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 $69,835 - $96,428 per annum + Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount + access to salary packaging 

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. 

• This position attracts a 6.5% correctional allowance on top of the salaried amount
• Free on-site parking available
• Access to the Grade 4 salary range $90,293 - $96,428 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4
• 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

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:

• crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty

1. Identification check
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

You are encouraged to speak with the contact person once you have familiarised yourself with the Statement of Duties and any associated documents.  This will assist you to prepare an application more aligned with our specific needs.

Statement of Duties

Applicant Guide

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 detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the specifics of the role and selection criteria contained in the attached Statement of Duties.

Please Note

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
• 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.

For more information

Amy Mansell

Position: Acting Nurse Unit Manager - Wilfred Lopes Centre
Phone: 03 6166 0***

Important information

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