Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Northwest, Cameroon -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Oct, 26

Salary

80524.0

Posted On

14 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Frontline Nursing Care, Patient Engagement, Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Emergency Care, Outpatient Services, Medicine Administration, Palliative Care, Post-acute Care, General Medicine, Patient Rapport Building

Industry

Government Administration

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/384/ProviderAsset/scribble/dc2bb386-fe45-4a98-baf2-eb3f9cfc03ab.jpg] THE TEAM Smithton District Hospital (SDH) is small sized sub-acute public hospital located in Smithton Tasmania. It services the whole Circular Head region with a catchment population of 8000 people. The Hospital has 12 subacute beds accommodating general medicine, post-acute, palliative and end of life care. SDH plays an active role in supporting patient access and flow challenges for the region which creates a dynamic turnover of patients in addition to regular regionally based workflows. The 3 bay Emergency First Response ward is staffed by ward nurses supported by General Practitioners (Rural Medical Practitioners) who are contracted to provide on call medical services. No surgery is performed at this hospital. SDH also deliver a dynamic outpatient service focussed on patient needs including low risk chemotherapy and supportive treatments for cancer diagnosis, blood products and iron transfusions for acute and chronic conditions. THE ROLE As an Enrolled Nurse in a rural facility, you be expected to work with an extended scope of practice as you will be working in a small team across inpatient, outpatient & emergency care. * Undertake frontline nurse led care in a multidisciplinary team environment * Build and maintain patient and family rapport to maximise patient engagement and outcomes * Receive day to day support and leadership from the registered, clinical educator & experienced senior nursing team * Due to very limited public transport, a drivers licence would be an advantage 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 Multiple permanent, Shift Worker (fully rotational) positions, working up to 76 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 $73,109 to $80,524 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. Regional Allowances * Rural Professional Development Allowance of an additional salary allowance of 4% 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 $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 [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] ELIGIBILITY Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria * Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as an Enrolled Nurse (holds a Board-approved qualification in administration of medicines) 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: * Generic Enrolled Nurse G2 (May 2024) CSU.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt2qr5J8-il1zVOV78u8XSD11Qzn37yJyhUXHCz4UKQzYU0CIScOMlQiAAt7hXfAeBYKCwrjKM8U0Tb1VODf7UYyvDDpDP9HT6vbhGPLlGkR3anerpS6AuA6E_fWT_YGrQ88tDNii36XdpR65yPN7n1A%7e%7e] Application Guide: * Applicant Guide.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtQCJxIMAQDjQjP0EmN1xW3jtMvo6gBuJ6vKwkoIosOmZ31VtPfzfJBEhreMo2SxDNitTJFfL7S8z46Lkz_TzxTtE2JalHdAUF4mKXtKSRfIGv2r0cwS7yomnFiP7LkjPeGRXXLwrIhsknFDsbbDZyEQ%7e%7e] 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. *applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role FOR MORE INFORMATION: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Sharan McLaren Position: Director of Nursing - Smithton District Hospital Phone number: (03) 6478 9520 Email address: sharan.mclaren@ths.tas.gov.au WHAT IT IS LIKE WORKING AT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle [https://makeittasmania.com.au/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] 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.

Responsibilities

Provide frontline nurse-led care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency wards in a rural hospital setting. Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to manage patient flow and maintain strong rapport with patients and their families.