About this role:
Transition to Practice is a pathway of dedicated support, supervision and professional development on entry into nursing practice for enrolled nurses with less than six months experience since date of initial registration.
The Enrolled Nurse - Transition to Practice role requires:
- Current knowledge and understanding of the NMBA Enrolled Nurse Standards of Practice and the ability to apply these to the role and context of Transition to Practice Enrolled Nurse.
- Sound interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to maintain written documentation and a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver person-centred nursing care in the practice setting that reflects the individualised needs of patients/clients and their families and evaluate care outcomes.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Positions are available in a wide range of practice settings, including metropolitan, district hospitals, communities and Rural Health Services. Please note, we try our best to match applicants with their preferences however this is not guaranteed.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, full time and part time shift work and day work roles available working minimum of 48* and up to 76 hours per fortnight commencing in October 2025.
*48 hour per fortnight positions are offered based on visa restrictions. Once you have obtained full working rights your hours may increase to no less than 64
- 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.
Your Transition to Practice placement is for 12 months and you are not guaranteed ongoing employment within that department. As a permanent employee, you are appointed to a classification and assigned duties at that classification level. Your duties and assigned business unit, such as hospital ward, may be varied as required for service delivery. Any variation to your duties would take into consideration your qualifications and skills. You will be consulted regarding this change.
Once you have accepted your offer, please use the following link to commence your application for AHPRA registration to ensure you meet all the conditional requirements prior to your start date. If you cannot meet the essential requirements prior to your start date, your offer will be withdrawn.
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency - Graduate registration
We recommend getting your application in early, up to 90 days before the time you expect to complete all your course requirements, which includes any placements.
You don’t need to wait until you’ve completed your course or graduated, to apply.
If you’ve already completed your course, you can apply now!
Multiple, permanent, full time and part time, shift worker (fully rotational) positions, working a minimum of 48 hours and up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 26 October 2025.
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.
Location: Hobart, Tasmania
Salary: $70,980 to $78,179 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% 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.
- 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 an Enrolled Nurse
- Current Driver’s Licence (Community Nurse positions only)
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
In line with the requirements of the Transition to Practice Program:
- Less than six months experience (since date of initial registration) as an enrolled nurse
- Less than two years since completion of Enrolled Nurse qualifications for registration
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.
Kate Stirling
Clinical Nurse Educator - Transition to Practice Hospitals South
transitiontopracticesouth@ths.tas.gov.au
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