The Team:
The Medical Day Procedure Unit based at Mersey Community Hospital delivers day oncology and non-oncological care to patients under the clinical governance of the Northern Cancer Service. The team has a strong sense of patient centred care and clinical excellence, achieving outstanding results in clinical indicators and patient satisfaction. You will be part of a highly valued team delivering services to an appreciative community who requires local, quality care.
The Role:
You will be a skilled, passionate, capable leader. You will be able to lead and manage the team to ensure services maintain high standards of clinical excellence and compliance with policy, protocol and national standards. The role requires a manager who is good with numbers, can manage complex situations and change and engages in quality improvement initiatives. As a Nurse Unit Manager, you will be included as one of the Hospital's management team, working together on strategy, forming connections and working to deliver safe, quality, sustainable health care.
You will need:
- A commitment to quality and safety
- A demonstrated, comprehensive knowledge of clinical care standards and National Safety and Quality Health Service standards
- It is preferable that the successful applicant has experience in managing a team, service performance and activity accountability, a business acumen and willingness to strategize for the future
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
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.
The Mersey Community Hospital is located in the beautiful north-west. Beaches, mountains, rivers and snow are within an easy driving distance and offer a huge choice of recreational activities.
Details of appointment:
Permanent part time, day worker position, working up to 48 hours per fortnight, commencing from 28 April 2025.
*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: $122,365 - $129,060 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 (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
Access to the Grade 4 salary range $99,455- $105,995 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10 % based on qualification type
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- 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.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Relevant post graduate qualifications
- Holds or is working towards, tertiary qualifications in nursing/midwifery education or equivalent
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:
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
Anthony Hurst
Position: Nursing and Operations Director
Number: (03) 6478 5298
Email: anthony.hurst@ths.tas.gov.au
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