The Team:
Our Emergency Department at North West Regional Hospital is a dynamic, high-acuity environment where no two days are the same. We manage approximately 80–100 presentations daily, ranging from minor injuries to critically unwell patients and major trauma. The department includes 14 acute treatment spaces, two resuscitation/trauma bays, an ambulatory care area, and an Emergency Short Stay Unit.
You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary and diverse team of skilled clinicians who work collaboratively to deliver timely, evidence-based care to both adult and paediatric patients. Our team thrives in a fast-paced setting, supported by hospital specialties. Together, we are committed to providing exceptional emergency care to the North-West Tasmanian community.
The Role:
As a Registered Nurse in our Emergency Department, you will:
- Strengthen health outcomes through the provision of safe, quality, and clinically appropriate nursing care in partnership with patients, families, and other health professionals.
- Respond to a wide range of emergency presentations, including trauma and critical illness.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a high-acuity environment.
You will need
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as an RN in an Emergency Department.
- Experience in resuscitation, including the use of ventilators.
- Hold or be working towards ATS triage accreditation.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced setting.
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.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, full time or part time, shift worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 20 June 2026.
Fixed term, casual, shift worker position, working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible until 20 June 2026.
*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: $80,524 to $109,175 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.
- Access to the Grade 4 salary range $102,295 - $109,175 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
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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
- Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
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
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.
Anna Lyrstedt
Nurse Unit Manager - Emergency Department NWRH
Phone: (03) 6493 6337
Email: ednumnwrh@ths.tas.gov.au
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Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.