The Team

On Ward 2A General Medicine is an acute medical unit with a supportive team. We are based at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH), our state’s largest acute centre, Level 2 A block. Ward 2A is an Acute Medical ward with a wide variety of patients. It’s an exciting and rewarding place to work, featuring contemporary, evidence-informed practice that has people at the centre. Your role will see you provide a valuable service to the Tasmanian community. We’ll look after you from the very beginning, ensure you are fully inducted, welcomed into our team and into our culture. We are committed to constant quality improvement and we strive to create a positive environment for staff and patients. Ward 2A will provide you with professional development opportunities and potential career progression. Take a look at the Statement of Duties below for more details.

The Role

The Clinical Coach will assist nurses by supporting a culture of learning with a focus on ward-based clinical teaching and training while promoting a supportive work workplace. The Clinical Coach works collaboratively in assisting and supporting the Nurse Unit Manager fulfil the Clinical Coach portfolio, with active involvement in clinical education, clinical leadership and management; safety and quality; and practice development. The Clinical Coach will contribute to positive client outcomes by facilitating the competence and confidence of novice clinicians via clinical coaching.

You will need:

- Knowledge, skills and experience in acute clinical areas and the ability to support nurses and other members of the healthcare team to grow and develop in their ability to provide excellent clinical care.
- Have experience in performance development,



support and assessment to team members who have varied experience, backgrounds and roles to develop skills and knowledge that will benefit the health and wellbeing of the Northern Tasmanian community.
- Demonstrate the attributes of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence as per the THS CARE values

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 part time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working 32 hours per fortnight,



commencing as soon as possible.

- 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

$102,439 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

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

Benefits Available To Eligible Candidates

- Travel and relocation assistance support available 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

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

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

Applicants should note the following

📌 Registered Nurse (Hobart)
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 Hobart