Enrolled Nurse (521372L4)

Tasmanian Government; Launceston; Hybrid; AUD 73,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Post Graduate Allowance

Fitness Passport

Professional development

Leave entitlements

Job summary

Tasmanian Health Service, John L Grove Rehabilitation Unit in Launceston seeks experienced Enrolled Nurses for a 20-bed rehabilitation unit near LGH. The role emphasizes social-model care, collaboration with the MDT, and patient-centred planning and evaluation.

Permanent part-time position (32 hours per fortnight) with flexible hours, pro rata salary of $73,109 to $80,524 per annum. Applicants must be NMBA-registered and hold a medicines administration qualification.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Board-approved qualification in administration of medicines.
• Demonstrated ability to practice with respect for individual rights.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate high quality, rehabilitation-focused and patient-centred care with the MDT.
• Provide nursing care in accordance with the unit's social model of care.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with patients, families and staff.

Skills

Nursing care principles

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Registration with NMBA as Enrolled Nurse

Administration of medicines qualification

Job description

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Friday 06 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Friday 6 November, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Enrolled Nurse, Grade 2

$73,109 to $80,524 per annum

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

The Tasmanian Health Service, John L Grove Rehabilitation Unit seeks experienced Enrolled Nurses for a 20-bed specialised rehabilitation unit which is situated a short distance away from the main campus of LGH. John L Grove rehabilitation is based on the social model of care where transition to premorbid or alternative lifestyle is a priority when planning, implementing, and evaluating the over care of a patient.

The Team

The Tasmanian Health Service, John L Grove Rehabilitation Unit seeks experienced Enrolled Nurses for a 20-bed specialised rehabilitation unit which is situated a short distance away from the main campus of LGH. John L Grove rehabilitation is based on the social model of care where transition to premorbid or alternative lifestyle is a priority when planning, implementing, and evaluating the over care of a patient.

The multidisciplinary rehabilitation team (MDT) at John L Grove consists of registered and Enrolled Nurses, operational staff, various allied health professionals, pharmacist, medical registrar. The Rehabilitation physician guides and directs the medical care of the patients in this unit.

The Role

Enrolled Nurse at John L Gove rehabilitation unit collaborates with MDT to plan, implement, and evaluate high quality, rehabilitation focused and patient centred care to the patients with various rehabilitation needs.

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.

Details of appointment

Permanent part time, shift worker 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.

$73,109 to $80,524 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 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
• Holds a Board-approved qualification in administration of medicines
• other eligibility outlined in the application guide

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

*applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

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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).

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 per annum

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

The Tasmanian Health Service, John L Grove Rehabilitation Unit seeks experienced Enrolled Nurses for a 20-bed specialised rehabilitation unit which is situated a short distance away from the main campus of LGH. John L Grove rehabilitation is based on the social model of care where transition to premorbid or alternative lifestyle is a priority when planning, implementing, and evaluating the over care of a patient.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Enrolled Nurse, Grade 2

$73,109 to $80,524 per annum

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

The Tasmanian Health Service, John L Grove Rehabilitation Unit seeks experienced Enrolled Nurses for a 20-bed specialised rehabilitation unit which is situated a short distance away from the main campus of LGH. John L Grove rehabilitation is based on the social model of care where transition to premorbid or alternative lifestyle is a priority when planning, implementing, and evaluating the over care of a patient.