Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) Paediatric Services (504041)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Tasmania is seeking a Nursing Unit Manager for the Paediatric Inpatient and Outpatient units in Launceston. This leadership role involves overseeing care provision, managing resources, and promoting quality patient outcomes within a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have strong nursing leadership experience, knowledge of clinical governance, and the ability to implement strategic goals. Tasmania offers a unique lifestyle with professional growth opportunities in a beautiful setting.

Benefits

Salary Packaging

Travel and Relocation Assistance

Professional Development Support

Fitness Passport

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a nursing leadership role.
• Knowledge of the Child Safety and Wellbeing Framework.
• Ability to develop strategic goals and plans.

Responsibilities

• Leadership of the paediatric inpatient and outpatient units.
• Ensuring effective care provision within a multidisciplinary team.
• Managing coordination of patient care and resource allocation.

Skills

Nursing Leadership

Clinical Governance

Strategic Planning

Education

Registered Nurse

Postgraduate Qualifications

Job description

The Wombat Ward (Paediatric Inpatient) and Paediatric Outpatient NUM is a leadership role within Women's and Children's Services Hospitals North.

Womens and Childrens Services are focused on providing quality, evidence based patient and family care with a trauma informed lens, and growing the health leaders of tomorrow. Numerous professional development opportunities, including regular, quality Clinical Supervision are offered.

The Role:

• Nursing leadership of the paediatric inpatient and outpatient units.
• Ensuring efficient and effective provision of care within a multidisciplinary framework
• Leading and managing the coordination of overall patient care and the allocation of human, material and financial resources for service delivery.

You will need:

• Demonstrated experience in a nursing leadership role, including knowledge of clinical governance, clinical risk management and leading a team to high performance.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Child Safety and Wellbeing Framework.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic goals and plans for an inpatient and outpatient service, including setting targets and Key Performance Indicators.

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 full time, day worker position, working up to 76hours per fortnight, commencing from 14 December 2025until 21 February 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:$130,203 to $136,295 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withNurses 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.

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

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

• Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant postgraduate 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:

• 504041 Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) Paediatric Services G7b (July 2023) WWCT 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:Leanne Roberts
Position:Nursing and Midwifery Director - Women's and Children's Services
Phone number: [phone]
Email address:[e-mail]

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