Enrolled Nurse (533196)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Leave entitlements

Fitness Passport

Carer Accredited Employer Status

Job summary

Mersey Emergency Department, part of the Department of Health Tasmania, seeks an Enrolled Nurse to provide direct patient-focused nursing care under supervision. The role is permanent part-time (32 hours per fortnight) with responsibilities across the ward under the Nurse Unit Manager.

Applicants should hold registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and meet pre-employment checks. Salary ranges from 73,109 to 80,524 AUD per year, with 12% superannuation and Post Graduate

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of nursing care principles, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to practice respecting patient rights and groups.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient/client centred nursing care under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team discussions to support patient outcomes.

Skills

Nursing care principles

Patient rights

Communication skills

Job description

The Team

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.

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

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

Permanent part time, shift worker position, working 32 hours per fortnight, 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, fixed term and casual vacancies, including opportunities for Transition to Practice Enrolled Nurses across the north west region.

Salary

Salary $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.
• 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

Eligibility

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as an Enrolled Nurse

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. Recent and upcoming TasTAFE Enrolled Nursing graduates are encouraged to apply. Subject to eligibility and service requirements, successful applicants may have the opportunity to participate in the 2027 Transition to Practice (TTP) Program, supporting their transition into professional nursing practice.

Statement of Duties

• Generic Enrolled Nurse G2 (May 2024) CSU

CSU Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

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

Contact Information

Name: Thomas Carpenter Position: Nurse Unit manager ED MCH Phone number: 6478 5120 Email address: [e-mail]

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