The Team

Ward 3R is an acute rehabilitation unit offering inpatient rehabilitation services to Northern Tasmania. We have a strong multidisciplinary focus and utilise a goal directed patient-centred approach to care in order to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. Nursing care is provided by a team of Registered and Enrolled Nurses, along with the support of ANUMs and the NUM. Our nursing team is supported by a robust interdisciplinary team, informed by clinicians with Rehabilitation expertise.

The Role

The Enrolled Nurse in acute rehabilitation is responsible for supporting patients to achieve their goals by providing secure, high quality, clinically appropriate nursing care in partnership with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and their families.

- A sound understanding of rehabilitation nursing and how the nursing role fits within the multidisciplinary team
- A demonstrated ability to undertake patient/client education in the practice setting, along with a commitment to participate in ongoing professional development; and
- The ability to communicate and interact effectively with patients. families, and other members of the team in order to achieve positive outcomes for patients.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Two (2) permanent part time, shift worker (fully rotational) positions, working up to 24 hours per fortnight each, as soon as we can onboard you.

- 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 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.

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 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.

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

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

Application Guide:

- Applicant Guide.docx

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Polly Showell

Position: Nurse Unit Manager - Ward 3R

Phone number: (03) 6777 6094

Email address: [email protected]

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