Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Northwest, Cameroon -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

109175.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Assessment, Critical Thinking, Symptom Management, Patient Education, Emotional Support, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Evidence-Based Care, Compassionate Care, Oncology Experience, Professional Development

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The Team: The North West Cancer Centre, Burnie, provides comprehensive specialist outpatient Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Clinical Haematology Services to the North West Tasmanian Community. The Role: Provide specialised nursing care to patients undergoing radiation therapy treatment. This role involves comprehensive patient assessment, symptom management, patient education, and emotional support. Works collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, evidence-based, and compassionate care throughout the cancer treatment journey. You will need: * Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments with exceptional critical thinking abilities. * Ability to provide clear patient education and support to promote understanding and self-management. * Prior oncology experience is desirable but not a requirement, candidates must demonstrate a commitment to professional development in this specialty. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: * Fixed term, part time, day worker position, working up to 32 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 27 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 $102,439- $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 [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 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 Registered Nurse G3-G4 (July 2023) CSU.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtxBlZeaUCD1GNpFW4rG4FTz5VQwxDhTGf6mUPfy8IBGZyke2pCJrT5Jzp-ENUDtkoQttNYTEC5A13Z05YE8XCbMZuZx4OfHsXZfX-iD-vuYb_QsyUs_kKpcjOHi9ZrsXykh1qGGV9tdq11_9jM9Kz0Q%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. *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: Kristen Lovatt Position: Nurse Unit Manager - North West Cancer Centre Phone number: (03) 6493 6059 Email address: kristen.lovatt@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 role involves providing specialized nursing care to patients undergoing radiation therapy treatment, including comprehensive patient assessment, symptom management, education, and emotional support. The nurse will work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, evidence-based, and compassionate care throughout the cancer treatment journey.