Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 23 August, :55 PM

Sunday 23 August, :55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 3-4

$80,524 to $109,175 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Ward 5B is a 32-bed surgical ward at Launceston General Hospital caring for orthopaedic, plastic and reconstructive, gynaecological, general, breast, and ENT patients. The team delivers patient-centred care through a multidisciplinary approach, prioritising communication, teamwork, and safe discharge planning. This permanent Registered Nurse role involves providing safe, high-quality care in a fast-paced surgical environment, with strong support for professional development and career growth.

The Team

- Ward 5B is a 32-bed surgical ward, within the Launceston General Hospital. We care for a range of surgical patients undergoing Orthopaedic, Plastic & Reconstructive, Gynaecological, General, Breast, and Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery.
- The staff on 5B believe in a multidisciplinary team approach to health care that places the needs of our patients and their families/carers first through communication and collaboration to facilitate a safe discharge from hospital.
- We provide a supportive environment for learners and place a heavy focus on teamwork to assist in facilitating the needs of our busy surgical ward. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role

- Registered Nurse role that strengthens health outcomes through the provision of safe quality, clinically appropriate nursing care in partnership with patients/clients, their families and other health professionals within a fast-paced surgical ward
- 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
- Permanent role within an acute surgical ward
- Focus on ongoing support of professional and career development
- Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

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

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services.



Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent full time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 26 October 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.

$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

- 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

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

*applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role

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!

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.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 3-4

$80,524 to $109,175 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Ward 5B is a 32-bed surgical ward at Launceston General Hospital caring for orthopaedic, plastic and reconstructive, gynaecological, general, breast, and ENT patients. The team delivers patient-centred care through a multidisciplinary approach, prioritising communication, teamwork, and safe discharge planning. This permanent Registered Nurse role involves providing safe, high-quality care in a fast-paced surgical environment, with strong support for professional development and career growth.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 3-4

$80,524 to $109,175 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Ward 5B is a 32-bed surgical ward at Launceston General Hospital caring for orthopaedic, plastic and reconstructive, gynaecological, general, breast, and ENT patients. The team delivers patient-centred care through a multidisciplinary approach, prioritising communication, teamwork, and safe discharge planning. This permanent Registered Nurse role involves providing safe, high-quality care in a fast-paced surgical setting, with strong support for professional development and career growth.

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