Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
Mersey Community Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 15 November, *******:55 PM
Sunday 15 November, *******:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Enrolled Nurse, Grade 2
$73,109 to $80,524 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, part-time
Region:
North West
Location:
MCH, Torquay Road, Latrobe
Join the Mersey Community Hospital Emergency Department as an Enrolled Nurse, delivering safe, patient-centred care within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
This permanent part-time opportunity offers professional development, salary packaging benefits, and potential access to the **** Transition to Practice Program for eligible graduates.
The Team - Emergency Department
Welcome to the Mersey Emergency Department.
Our friendly team works closely together to provide caring, high-quality support to our community.
The Enrolled Nurse provides direct patient/client centred nursing care to assigned patients/clients, within the scope of practice of an enrolled nurse and under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse/midwife to achieve planned patient outcomes.
At all times, Enrolled Nurses are expected to adhere to relevant policies and protocols, including those related to mandatory education, training, and competency assessments.
The Enrolled Nurse plays a vital role in delivering holistic patient care and fostering a safe, supportive environment.
They participate in multidisciplinary team discussions to support the achievement of desired patient outcomes and operate under the direction of the Nurse Unit Manager.
Transition to Practice
Transition to Practice aims to provide a safe and positive environment with a range of supporting resources to assist you as a newly qualified Enrolled Nurse.
We will help you consolidate your skills and confidence as part of a high-quality, team-oriented workforce.
Transition to Practice is a pathway of dedicated support, supervision and professional development on entry into nursing practice for Enrolled Nurses with less than six months experience since date of initial registration.
You will need
Sound knowledge of the principles of nursing care, procedures, and practices.
Demonstrated ability to practice in a manner that respects the right of individuals and groups.
Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.
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
Emergency Department: Permanent part time, shift worker position, working 32 hours per fortnight, as soon as possible.
Transition To Practice: Fixed term part time, shift worker positions, working up to 64 hours per fortnight, commencing early **** for approximately 12 months.
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, fixed term and casual vacancies, including opportunities for Transition to Practice Enrolled Nurses across the north west region.
$73,109 to $80,524 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 ****.
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.
Advantages 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 $***** per week per person, or $***** 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 ****).
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 an Enrolled Nurse
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.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Thomas Carpenter
Position: Nurse Unit manager ED MCH
Phone number: *********
Email address:******
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 ****).
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, Enrolled Nurse, Grade 2
$73,109 to $80,524 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, part-time
Region:
North West
Location:
MCH, Torquay Road, Latrobe
Join the Mersey Community Hospital Emergency Department as an Enrolled Nurse, delivering safe, patient-centred care within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
This permanent part-time chance offers professional development, salary packaging benefits, and potential access to the **** Transition to Practice Program for eligible graduates.
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Enrolled Nurse, Grade 2
$73,109 to $80,524 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, part-time
Region:
North West
Location:
MCH, Torquay Road, Latrobe
Join the Mersey Community Hospital Emergency Department as an Enrolled Nurse, delivering secure, patient-centred care within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
This permanent part-time opportunity offers professional development, salary packaging perks, and potential access to the **** Transition to Practice Program for eligible graduates.
Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
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