Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

115813.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Paediatric nursing, Clinical leadership, Patient-centred care, Multidisciplinary collaboration, Service development, Quality and safety, Child safeguarding, Staff management, Resource planning, Patient flow coordination, Evidence-based practice

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The Team: Wombat Ward at the Launceston General Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Nurse Unit Manager to join our dynamic paediatric team. As part of the Department of Health, we are committed to delivering safe, evidence‑based, family‑centred care to children and their families across Northern Tasmania. In this leadership role, you will coordinate patient‑centred care delivery, provide high‑level clinical expertise, and act as a role model within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. You will contribute to service development, quality and safety initiatives, and the ongoing growth of a positive, collaborative team culture, with a strong focus on child safeguarding and the protection of vulnerable people. If you are passionate about paediatrics and ready to help shape an innovative and supportive ward environment, Wombat Ward would love to welcome you. The Role: The Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) is an experienced nurse who, within the defined area of practice: * Works in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and other senior staff, to ensure the efficient and effective provision of care based on best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework. * Assists the NUM with the planning and management of staff and resources and provides operational leadership through the coordination of the day to day patient care activities, including patient flow. You will need (Up to 3 bullet points) 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 or part time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 12 April 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: $109,767 to $115,813 pro rata, per annum. 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 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: * 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 a Registered Nurse * Current Working with Children Registration Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: * Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate 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: * Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) G5 (July 2023) WWCR CSU.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt4hkmyexjJUoJKRllCbD2T74WWHzWYVSL8_TBTwUnD8YKi3VoRCDgXXVqhFJK8YVxy962Axd0bjj0fHEiWRL0WQhHOi2n3Skk9wml4ApHD0Nt3fzImo1Z-o_4lA_lSRa1PezOYtlkAVths1wy7hC4pQ%7e%7e] Application Guide: * Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt7xNC1zRepzGVOcuhit-x_X05VsmEKgKgv-f7xtnolffFPr1YTeLthzIcS-4Y5fbPyNCErFrLa6BCdWj60jsHOaCgvyn3x2vO4WcUfx125gCEhtM0JPoEm2cdK_roMhjKfg7hWut2Bpw3UmYgtxQhXA%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. For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Emma Holmes Acting Nurse Unit Manager - Wombat Ward Phone: 6777 6075 Email: emma.clifford@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

The Associate Nurse Unit Manager coordinates patient-centred care and provides clinical leadership within the paediatric ward. They work in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager to manage staff, resources, and day-to-day operational activities.