Enrolled Nurse

Department of Health, Tasmania; Latrobe; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Mersey Community Hospital Emergency Department in Latrobe, Tasmania, is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to deliver safe, patient-centred care within a supportive multidisciplinary team. This permanent part-time role offers development and salary packaging opportunities.

You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse, contributing to holistic patient care and outcomes, with pathways to further practice development and the 2027 Transition to Practice Program for eligible graduates.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as an Enrolled Nurse
• Sound knowledge of nursing care principles and practices
• Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient-centred nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse/midwife.
• Adhere to policies, protocols and mandatory education requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team discussions to achieve patient outcomes.

Job description

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
Mersey Community Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 15 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Sunday 15 November, 2026 11:55 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 2027 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 2027 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 2023.

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.

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

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: 6478 5120
Email address:[e-mail]

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, 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 2027 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 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 2027 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.