Job Description

Join the Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Older Persons Mental Health Services (OPMHS), based in North West Tasmania. This permanent, full‐time position provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the recovery journeys of older people, working closely with patients, families, and a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

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Role

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This Clinical Nurse Specialist works closely with the public and private sectors to deliver excellence in healthcare, achieving improved outcomes for consumers, the workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

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Responsibilities

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- Serve as a clinical expert and resource for nursing, medical and allied health staff in the management of consumers with complex mental health needs.
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- Initiate, develop, implement and evaluate clinical policy, care guidelines, quality improvement and research activities in accordance with contemporary best practice.
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- Provide case management to a designated number of consumers, including those living with dementia.
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- Facilitate carer education and support.
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- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, community organisations, and families to deliver comprehensive care.
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Qualifications

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- Experience in mental health, with direct clinical nursing experience in mental health settings.
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- Understanding or ability to develop understanding of relevant statutory, departmental procedures and policies.
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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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- Understanding of trauma‐informed care principles.
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Eligibility

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- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
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- Current Driver's Licence.
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- Desirable: Extensive, relevant psychiatric nursing experience or credential as a Mental Health Nurse by the Australian and New Zealand College of Mental Health Nurses Inc. or equivalent.
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- Desirable: Holds or is working towards relevant tertiary qualifications.
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Salary & Advantages

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Salary: $109,767 to $115,813 per annum (pro rata) with a 12% superannuation contribution on top of this amount. Salary packaging includes living expenses up to $9,010 and meal entertainment up to $2,650 per FBT year, with other benefits available if eligible.

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Allowances: Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.

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Travel and relocation assistance: up to $15,000 for overseas and $10,000 for interstate candidates.

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Professional development and accelerated pathways; study leave and Professional Development Support; Fitness Passport access to fitness facilities across Tasmania; and support for employees with caring responsibilities under the Carer Recognition Act 2023.

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Appointment Details

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Permanent, full‐time day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

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Location

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Burnie, North West Tasmania

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📌 Clinical Nurse Specialist (516327) (Victoria)
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 Victoria