The Role:
- The CNC supports the service by completing the initial triage, completion of patient assessments and managing follow reviews.
- Provides supervision, guidance and nursing support to the multidisciplinary team .
- Develops, implements, and evaluates strategies to ensure effective and efficient delivery of care and drive improvements as needed.
- Ability to work as an independent practitioner and a key team member
- Experience in acute nursing is strongly regarded.
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The Team:
The Rapid Access Inreach Service (RAIS) supports the care of individuals in the community, it is a recognised hospital avoidance initiative, preventing unnecessary emergency department presentations and hospital admissions. The team is multidisciplinary with Medical Physicians, Nursing, Administration and Allied Health team members all who work in collaboration with General Practitioners and District Health Services.
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 appointment:
Fixed term part time, day worker position, working up to 16 hours per fortnight, as soon as we can onboard you until 31 March 2026.
Note: Position is based at the Launceston General Hospital with a requirement to travel to different district locations across the Northern regions of Tasmania
*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: $111,506 to $118,336 pro rata per annum. 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.
Allowances:
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.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- 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.
Note: - 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 Documents
We 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:
Application Guide:
How 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 information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Julie Seeber
Nursing Director | Sub Acute and Ambulatory Services
03) 6777 6671
julie.seeber@ths.tas.gov.au
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