Nurse Practitioner - Community Rapid Response

Australian College of Nursing; City of Burnie; Vor Ort; AUD 134.000 - 163.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary packaging up to $9,010 living +

Professional development opportunities

Advanced practice leadership

Multidisciplinary networks

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation assistance may be available

Zusammenfassung

The Australian College of Nursing is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to lead the Community Rapid Response Service in North West Tasmania, delivering advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment in community settings to prevent hospital presentations.

You will collaborate with General Practitioners, pharmacists and allied health professionals, enjoying substantial autonomy while mentoring staff and contributing to ongoing service development in a coastal region known for its lifestyle and

Qualifikationen

• Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Extensive clinical experience in primary health care or community health.
• Advanced assessment, diagnosis and management of acute, chronic and complex conditions.
• Strong clinical judgement, leadership and teaching skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.

Aufgaben

• Deliver advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management in community settings.
• Provide rapid responses to acute illness, injury or deterioration of chronic conditions.
• Initiate and interpret diagnostic investigations and implement evidence-based plans.
• Collaborate with GPs, community providers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead clinical excellence through quality improvement and research.
• Mentor and support nursing and multidisciplinary staff.
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of the ComRRS.

Kenntnisse

Advanced clinical assessment

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Evidence‑based practice

Mentoring

Diagnostic interpretation

Ausbildung

Registered Nurse

Nurse Practitioner endorsement

Jobbeschreibung

Lead advanced practice. Keep people well at home. Make a lasting impact across North West Tasmania.

About the Opportunity

Join the Community Rapid Response Service (ComRRS) and play a leading role in delivering advanced clinical care to people across North West Tasmania.

This innovative community-based service provides rapid assessment, treatment and support for people experiencing acute illness, injury, or exacerbations of chronic and complex conditions. By delivering timely care in the community, ComRRS helps people avoid unnecessary hospital presentations and admissions while achieving better health outcomes closer to home.

As a Nurse Practitioner, you'll work with a high degree of clinical autonomy, applying advanced assessment, diagnostic and treatment skills while collaborating with community nursing teams, General Practitioners, pharmacists, allied health professionals and other healthcare providers.

This is an opportunity to practise at the top of your scope, influence service delivery, lead clinical excellence and contribute to the ongoing development of an important hospital avoidance service.

Salary & Benefits

Earn up to $148,470 per annum (pro rata), plus 12% employer superannuation

In addition, you'll have access to:

• Salary packaging benefits including up to $9,010 in living expenses and $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing learning support
• An advanced practice role offering significant clinical autonomy and leadership
• Access to multidisciplinary networks across Community Health Services
• Fitness Passport for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
• Relocation assistance may be available for eligible applicants

What You'll Do

• Deliver advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of clients in community settings.
• Provide rapid and intensive responses to people experiencing acute illness, injury, or deterioration of chronic and complex conditions.
• Initiate and interpret diagnostic investigations and implement evidence-based treatment plans within Nurse Practitioner scope of practice.
• Work collaboratively with General Practitioners, community providers and multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes.
• Lead clinical excellence through quality improvement, research and evidence-based practice.
• Mentor, educate and support nursing and multidisciplinary staff.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and evaluation of the Community Rapid Response Service.

Live and Work in North West Tasmania

Trade long commutes for coastlines, national parks and a relaxed lifestyle.

North West Tasmania offers the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle, with welcoming communities, affordable living, stunning natural landscapes and easy access to some of Australia's best outdoor experiences.

In this role, you'll not only enjoy a rewarding lifestyle, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across the region by delivering care where it matters most: in their homes and communities.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an experienced and highly motivated Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about delivering innovative, person-centred healthcare in the community.

You will have:

• Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Extensive clinical experience and advanced nursing expertise within a primary health care, community health or similar practice environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management of acute, chronic and complex conditions.
• Advanced clinical judgement and decision‑making skills.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to educate, mentor and influence others.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to work effectively with General Practitioners and multidisciplinary teams.
• A commitment to evidence‑based practice, quality improvement and achieving exceptional patient outcomes.
• Current Driver's Licence.

Please refer to the Statement of Duties for the full selection criteria.

Details of Appointment

Multiple FTE available, up to full time

Shift worker position, working as part of the Community Rapid Response Service.

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:

$148,470 per annum (pro rata), plus 12% employer superannuation.

Salary packaging and other applicable benefits are available to eligible employees.

For More Information

Lynn Sims

Nurse Unit Manager, Community Specialist Services

Email: [e-mail]