The Team:
Sub-Acute, Aged & Community Services (SAACS) clinical stream is part of Hospitals South and provides care options for people including Older Person Acute Care, GEM, Sub Acute Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care services. SAACS Inpatient services are located at the Royal Hobart Hospital and Repatriation Hospital sites in Hobart. SAACS also provides a range of community based care and support services, District Hospitals services and Aged Care services.
The Role:
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - Sub-Acute & Aged Services provides effective leadership and management in a complex multidisciplinary environment to achieve the defined objectives of the clinical services within Sub-Acute & Aged Services and provides the Nursing Director with high quality and authoritative advice and support.
You will need:
- Demonstrated ability to provide contemporary nursing leadership in a complex environment; knowledge of national and State health issues and reform agendas; and a track record in achievement of outcomes in areas of responsibility.
- Comprehensive knowledge and application of current nursing issues relevant to Sub-Acute & Aged Services, together with demonstrated knowledge of legislation, standards and policies affecting clinical practice.
- Proven ability to contribute effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary senior management team with proven experience in the management of physical, financial and human resources under a clinical service model or similar environment.
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, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from the 16 August 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.
Classification: Grade 8 Level 4
Salary: $149,807 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.
- Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% 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.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Relevant postgraduate tertiary qualifications
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.
Janet Clemens
Acting Nursing Director - Sub Acute, Aged and Community Care
(03) 6166 8200
janet.clemens@ths.tas.gov.au
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