The Team

The Rehabilitation Services Unit at Mersey Community Hospital is a dedicated 12-bed sub-acute facility committed to delivering exceptional rehabilitation care to patients across the North-West region. Our highly skilled multidisciplinary team enhances patients’ functional and cognitive abilities, promotes independence, and improves quality of life following injury or illness using an individualised, patient-centred approach.

The Role

As an Enrolled Nurse within our Rehabilitation Unit, you will:

- Deliver compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to patients with complex rehabilitation needs.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualised care plans.
- Provide education, support, and guidance to patients and their families throughout the rehabilitation journey.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of clinical excellence and continuous improvement.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and opportunities to enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

- Minimum of 12 months experience as an Enrolled Nurse.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

Eligibility





Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as an Enrolled Nurse (holds a Board-approved qualification in administration of medicines).

Appointment Details

Fixed term, part-time, shift worker position, working up to 32 hours per fortnight, commencing 4 October 2026 until 20 November 2027. Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $73,109 to $80,524 per annum (pro rata). Additional 12% superannuation contribution. Post Graduate Allowance up to 7.5% based on qualification type. Salary packaging includes living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year.

- Career development and accelerated pathways.
- Range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania.
- Carer Accredited Employer Status – support for employees with caring responsibilities.

Location and Work Environment

Mersey Community Hospital is part of the Department of Health Tasmania, which oversees hospitals across the state and provides extensive community health services.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Department of Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ people and people living with disabilities.

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📌 Enrolled Nurse (524437 (West Coast)
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 West Coast