Clinical Nurse Specialist - CATT (504909L7)

Department of Health, Tasmania; Launceston; Sur place; AUD 110 000 - 116 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Professional development

Fitness Passport – 40+ facilities

Carer Accredited Employer Status

Résumé du poste

The Department of Health in Tasmania is seeking suitably qualified applicants for a Clinical Nurse Specialist - CATT (504909L7) position. A second listing as a Senior Allied Health Professional (504909dL7) may also fill the vacancy, with merit determining the final appointment.

The role involves working with multidisciplinary teams across community and hospital settings to improve mental health outcomes for adults in the north of Tasmania, in collaboration with ED and other services.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
• Specialist tertiary graduate or postgraduate mental health/psychiatric nursing qualifications.
• Or completed an accredited hospital-based program that led to registration as a psychiatric nurse in Australia, NZ, Canada or the UK.

Responsabilités

• Deliver coordinated, assertive case management including triage, crisis intervention, intake and assessment.
• Develop and implement care plans for designated clients in the community and the Emergency Department.
• Act as a clinical resource for staff and other providers managing mental health concerns.

Connaissances

Clinical expertise

Team collaboration

Formation

Nursing registration + specialist mental health qualifications

Description du poste

The Department of Health is seeking suitably qualified applicants for a Clinical Nurse Specialist - CATT (504909L7) vacancy.

Please note this position is also being advertised as a Senior Allied Health Professional (504909dL7) and only one position will be filled on merit.

The Team

Do you want to be a part of a dynamic team of psychologists and health care professionals? We are offering an exciting and rewarding opportunity to be part of a workplace that supports contemporary, evidence-based practices, professional support and opportunities for growth. We are a growing team of high achieving professionals, who are passionate and committed to our work and the community. Come join our team and apply your skills and knowledge in making a positive difference to the lives of adults in the north of Tasmania.

The Role

Work within the designated region in collaboration with other staff within Community Mental Health Services, Inpatient Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Drug Services and a range of community service providers, to deliver improved outcomes and experiences for individuals presenting with mental health concerns, including those presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) North and North West.

Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, assertive case management including triage, crisis intervention, intake and assessment and the development and implementation of care plans for designated clients in both the community and the ED.

A clinical expert who acts as a clinical resource for staff and other providers involved in the management of people with mental health concerns, including those with concurrent alcohol or drug use issues.

Details of appointment

Fixed term full time shift worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, as soon as able to commence for a period of six 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, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$109,767 to $115,813 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.

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

• 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 & Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and possess specialist tertiary graduate or post graduate mental health/psychiatric nursing qualifications; or completed, prior to the transfer of nurse education to the tertiary sector, an accredited hospital based program that led to registration as a psychiatric nurse by the relevant nurse regulatory authority within Australia, New Zealand, Canada or the United Kingdom
• Current Driver’s Licence

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Extensive relevant psychiatric nursing experience and/or credentialed as a Mental Health Nurse by the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses or equivalent
• Holds, or is working towards, relevant tertiary qualifications
• Five or more years’ postgraduate clinical nursing experience

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

For more information:

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

Jacqueline Brown

67774985

[e-mail]

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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).

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