The Team:

The Hobart Continuing Care Team is a supportive and dynamic team that provides longer-term treatment, care coordination, evidence-based interventions, community and extended care for individuals. The team works closely with all components of the mental health sector and primary health. The multidisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, psychologists and lived experience peer workers.

The Role:

Delivers evidence-based care in accordance with the nursing care plan under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse. 

Contribute to the development of patient/client nursing care plans and the evaluation of care and healthcare information in collaboration with the registered nurse.

Participate in decision making with the multidisciplinary team to achieve planned patient outcomes.

You will need:

1. Sound knowledge of the principles of nursing care, procedures and practices.
2. Demonstrated ability to practice in a manner that respects the right of individuals and groups.
3. Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.

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

Details of appointment:

Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 60.04 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*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: $70,980 to $78,179 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 (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

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

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. 

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• 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.

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as an Enrolled Nurse

• Current Driver’s Licence.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• At least 5 years’ experience in a mental health setting.

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of 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: 

• Enrolled Nurse G2.docx

Application Guide:  

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

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.

Jacqui Carson
Team Leader, Hobart CCT
(03) 6166 1161
jacqui.carson@ths.tas.gov.au

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