Clinical Nurse Consultant Endoscopy (530975)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

A health service provider in Launceston is looking for a Registered Nurse specializing in gastroenterology with at least 5 years of experience. The role is a part-time position, 12 hours per fortnight, fixed term until April 2027. Responsibilities include advanced clinical care, development of policies, and participation in cancer screening programs. The role also offers comprehensive benefits, including professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Professional development pathways

Study leave

Access to fitness facilities

Support for employees with caring responsibilities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in gastroenterology specialty.
• Proven ability to develop policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of colorectal cancer guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical care in gastroenterology.
• Develop and implement clinical policies.
• Participate in the bowel cancer screening program.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamworking skills

Advanced clinical expertise in gastroenterology

Policy and procedure development

Education

Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia

Job description

The Team:

This is a dynamic team and a shared role, so excellent communication and teamworking skills are essential.

You will need:

As per the Statement of duties the successful applicant will require

• extensive advance clinical expertise in the area of gastroenterology with a minimum of 5 years' experience in the specialty.
• demonstrated ability in the development of policies and procedures.
• knowledge of the colorectal cancer and colonoscopy surveillance guidelines and National bowel cancer screening program.

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:

Fixed term part time, day worker position, working 12hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you would like to join our team until 24 April 2027.

*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:

$118,297 to $125,543 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 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.

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:

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 or willingness to complete relevant postgraduate studies within Gastroenterology Nursing.
• Possess a minimum five (5) years full time equivalent recent / current experience in Endoscopy / Gastroenterology clinical practice area.

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: 530911 530975 530976 - CNC Endoscopy and Histology G6 (November 2024).docx

Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

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

For more information:

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

Name: Sharon Stuart
Position: Nurse Unit Manager - Day Procedure Unit
Phone number: [phone]
Email address: [e-mail]

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