Nurse Unit Manager - Beaconsfield District Health Service

Department of Health Tasmania; Sydney; On-site; AUD 126,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance and salary-packa

Professional development opportunities

Fitness Passport

Carer Accredited Employer Status

Job summary

Department of Health Tasmania in Beaconsfield, TAS, seeks a Nurse Unit Manager to lead the multidisciplinary nursing team across rural community and residential aged care services. You will drive safe, high-quality person-centred care and oversee clinical governance, workforce planning and staff development.

Join a supportive culture with emphasis on resident safety, quality improvement and collaboration with families, GPs and community partners.

Qualifications

• Extensive clinical knowledge across acute, sub-acute, emergency, residential aged care and community care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary nursing management including governance, risk, ethics and legislation.
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to drive improved outcomes in changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective clinical and operational leadership across the Beaconsfield District Health Service rural Multi-purpose Service.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, high-quality person-centred care.
• Oversee day-to-day service management including workforce planning, governance, quality and safety, and staff development.

Skills

Clinical knowledge across nursing care

Nursing management practices

Adaptability and proactive change

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Postgraduate qualifications desirable

Job description

Nurse Unit Manager - Beaconsfield District Health Service

Department of Health Tasmania – Sydney CBD NSW

The nurse unit Manager (NUM) is part of the Beaconsfield District health Service leadership team and works closely with the Director of Nursing to provide safe, high quality person centred care to our community.

The nursing team consists of Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and Assistants , supported by allied health, hotel services, administration, activities and Diversional therapists, community and home help support staff. The team provides 24 hour care across aged care, sub acute, respite, palliative care, day centre and community services as part of a rural Multi purpose Service.

The team works collaboratively with a strong focus on resident and patient safety, quality improvement, workforce development and a positive, respectful culture. As part of the Tasmanian Health Service we partner with consumers, families, GPs and community organisations to deliver accessible integrated health care to the West Tamar community.

The Team

The nurse unit Manager (NUM) is part of the Beaconsfield District health Service leadership team and works closely with the Director of Nursing to provide safe, high quality person centred care to our community.

The nursing team consists of Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and Assistants , supported by allied health, hotel services, administration, activities and Diversional therapists, community and home help support staff. The team provides 24 hour care across aged care, sub acute, respite, palliative care, day centre and community services as part of a rural Multi purpose Service.

The team works collaboratively with a strong focus on resident and patient safety, quality improvement, workforce development and a positive, respectful culture. As part of the Tasmanian Health Service we partner with consumers, families, GPs and community organisations to deliver accessible integrated health care to the West Tamar community.

The Role

As Nurse Unit Manager at Beaconsfield District health Service, you will provide effective clinical and operational leadership across our rural Multi purpose Service. You will lead and support a multidisciplinary team in the delivery of safe, high quality person centred care across sub acute, residential aged care and community services.

You will be responsible for the day to day management of the service, including workforce planning, clinical governance, quality and safety, staff development and supporting positive workplace culture. Working collaboratively with staff, consumers, families and key stakeholders, you will contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of responsive health services that meet the need of the West Tamar community.

You will need

• Demonstrated extensive clinical knowledge and experience relevant to acute, subacute, emergency, Residential Aged Care, and community care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and experience in contemporary nursing management practice, including: clinical governance; clinical risk management; evidenced based practice; research; clinical standards; ethics; and legislation.
• Individuals will demonstrate capability to be adaptable and respond and adjust easily to change. They are proactive and self-directed and will seize opportunities and act upon them, ensuring improved outcomes for the practice area.

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

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 full time, day worker, working 76 hours per fortnight, from the 11th of October 2026.

*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

$126,036 to $132,932 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.

Regional Allowances

• Rural Professional Development Allowance of an additional salary allowance of 4%

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• 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 and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant post graduate qualifications

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

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.

Statement of Duties:

• 504464 Nurse Unit Manager - Beaconsfield District Health Service G7a (July 2023) CSU

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

For more information:

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

Name:Ashlee Sherman
Position: Director of Nursing
Phone number:(03) 6702 6***
Email address:**************@ths.tas.gov.au

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