Enrolled Nurse (515829)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

A health service in Tasmania is seeking a dedicated Enrolled Nurse for its inpatient oncology unit. The successful candidate will work in a supportive and dynamic team to provide high-quality care to cancer patients. AHPRA registration and clinical experience in acute care are required. Benefits include professional development opportunities and salary packaging. This part-time role offers flexibility and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Professional development and accelerated pathways

Fitness Passport access

Salary packaging benefits

Qualifications

• Interest or background in oncology, haematology, or general medicine is highly desirable.
• Commitment to safe, accountable, and patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and care planning.
• Engage in teaching and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the coordinated delivery of services to admitted patients.

Skills

Clinical experience in acute care settings

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Current registration with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse

Board-approved qualification in administration of medicines

Job description

The Team

• Ward 5D is a 32-bed General Medicine Ward with a specialised focus on Haematology and Oncology care, including the delivery of inpatient cancer therapies. We proudly serve patients and their families from across the North and North West of Tasmania, providing comprehensive inpatient services in oncology, haematology, and radiation oncology.
• Our team is deeply committed to building therapeutic relationships that support and educate patients throughout their inpatient journey. We believe that compassionate care, clear communication, and emotional support are essential to healing and recovery.
• We foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence—where every team member plays a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality care. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients and thrive in a team-centred environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

Join Our Compassionate Oncology Team.

Are you an Enrolled Nurse with a passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive and dynamic team environment?

Ward 5D is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse to join our inpatient oncology unit. In collaboration with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and the broader multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to comprehensive nursing assessments, care planning, and the coordinated delivery of services to our admitted patients.

As a valued member of our team, you will also have the opportunity to actively engage in teaching, quality improvement initiatives, and practice-based research—helping to shape and elevate the standard of care we provide.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities for professional development and clinical education
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of oncology patients

You will need

• Current registration with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse with a Medication Endorsement.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in acute care settings, with a strong interest or background in oncology, haematology, or general medicine is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a commitment to safe, accountable, and patient-centred care in a multidisciplinary environment.

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. 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 natural beauty and a lifestyle that supports work-life balance. A health career in Tasmania’s public health system provides opportunities to build strong connections with colleagues and patients and to contribute meaningfully to the community.

Details of appointment

Permanent part-time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working 40 hours per fortnight, commencing on a mutually agreed date. Hours are negotiable 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 vacancies.

Salary: $70,980 to $78,179 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.

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 7.5% based on qualification type

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary packaging a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits

• 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits is available.

Eligibility

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).

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.

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: Generic Enrolled Nurse G2 (May 2024) CSU.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: Mel Atkins
Position: Nurse Unit Manager - Ward 5D
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

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