Registered Nurse

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A health service provider in Launceston, Tasmania is looking for a Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care to neonates. The role involves working closely with families and supporting the education of students. This is a fixed term, part-time position offering a competitive salary range of $80,524 to $109,175 per annum. Candidates must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Opportunities for professional development and various benefits are included.

Benefits

Travel and relocation assistance up to $15,000

Professional development

Fitness Passport access

Leave entitlements including study leave

Qualifications

• Provide high-quality care to neonates from 32 weeks gestation.
• Assist in quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the education of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic, family-centred care to neonates.
• Offer nursing advice to inpatient units as needed.
• Work closely with families of neonates.

Skills

Nursing care for neonates

Family-centred care

Quality improvement

Education support

Education

Registered with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia

Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration

Job description

Overview

The Team:

The Launceston General Hospital (LGH) provides a level 5 neonatal service and works closely with our maternity services. Women’s and Children’s Services consists of a 6-bed Labour Ward, 27-bed Maternity Unit, 9-bed Level 2 Special Care Nursery that admits neonates >= 32 weeks gestation.

The Role:

The Registered Nurse will:

• Provide high-quality care to neonates from 32 weeks gestation and above.
• Work closely with neonates and their families to deliver holistic, family-centred care.
• Assist in quality improvement initiatives and support the education of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Offer nursing advice to inpatient units as needed.

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 natural beauty and lifestyle opportunities. Working in Tasmania’s public health system supports building strong connections with colleagues and patients and provides experiences outside of work while contributing to the community.

Details of appointment

Fixed term, part time, shift worker position, working up to 32 hours per fortnight, commencing from 15 February 2026 until 15 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 and allowances

Salary: $80,524 to $109,175 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.
• Access to the Grade 4 salary range $102,439 - $109,175 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4

Additionally, 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

• 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.
• Carer Accredited Employer Status providing support to employees with caring responsibilities.

More information about 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

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

Application steps

Statement of Duties and associated documents

Statement of Duties: Registered Nurse G3-G4 (July 2023) WWCR 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.

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

Contact

For more information, contact Julie Mitchell, A/Director of Nursing and Midwifery, at [phone] or [e-mail].

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