Clinical Nurse Specialist - Remote Area, Cape Barren Island L2)

Department of Health – Hospitals & Primary Care – North Region – Primary Health North

Details
Award: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5
Salary: $109,767 to $115,813 per annum (pro‑rated)
Employment Type: Fixed‑term, part‑time
Region: North
Location: Flinders Island Multi‑Purpose Centre

Role Overview

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) provides primary and emergency care to the community of Cape Barren Island, supporting health promotion, illness prevention, treatment, and community development. The CNS works on the island from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays and is on‑call for emergencies outside those hours, with a roster that includes 8‑day on‑island shifts. Flights to and from the island are supported, and accommodation is supplied free of charge during duty.

Position Features
On‑call requirement
Living on the remote island when rostered on duty

Essential Qualifications
Registered Nurse, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
Excellent clinical and assessment skills, with high proficiency in triage and emergency care
Ability to work autonomously, supported via telephone or telehealth
Knowledge of, and experience with,



Aboriginal health issues and culturally protected practice
Adaptable and adaptable, able to respond effectively to clinical and non‑clinical situations
Current driver’s licence

Desirable Qualifications
Post‑graduate qualification in remote area nursing or primary health care
Recent experience in an emergency department at a tertiary level hospital

Appointment Details

The role is a fixed‑term, part‑time position (up to 19 hours per fortnight) with on‑call responsibilities. Hours and terms are to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Benefits
Travel and relocation assistance: up to $15,000 for overseas, $10,000 for interstate appointees
Professional development and accelerated pathways
Leave entitlements, including study leave and career development support
Fitness passport: access to fitness facilities across Tasmania ($14.50 per week per person or $28.05 for a family)
Carer support: Department of Health is a Carer Accredited Employer, providing assistance to employees with caring responsibilities (under the Carer Recognition Act 2023)

Contact

Name: Sam Elrick
Position: Director of Nursing – Flinders Island
Phone: 0200
Email:
J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Clinical Nurse Specialist Remote Area, Cape Barren Island 504662
🏢 Tasmanian Government
📍 Cape Barren Island