Registered Nurse (POOL LGH) (503197)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Launceston seeks Registered Nurses for diverse clinical roles, including medical, surgical, and specialty areas. The role emphasizes safe, quality nursing care and offers professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates should be registered with the Nursing Board and possess strong clinical and communication skills. Competitive salary with associated benefits.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Travel and relocation assistance

Professional development support

Fitness Passport access

Qualifications

• Provide safe, quality, clinically appropriate nursing care.
• Work in partnership with patients/clients, families, and health professionals.
• Support and develop knowledge in various clinical areas.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen health outcomes through nursing care.
• Assist in the orientation and education of Pool staff.
• Contribute to the Nursing Pool Leadership Team.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Clinical care

Communication

Education

Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia

Job description

Pool Nurses:

Nurses within the LGH Pool work across medical, surgical and specialty areas including paediatrics, neonatal nursery, maternity, ICU, ED and outpatient services. Support is provided to Pool Nurses by the Nursing Pool Leadership Team to assist them in developing their knowledge and skills in clinical areas. The Pool Leadership Team work closely with the ward Nurse Unit Managers, Clinical Nurse Educators and nursing staff in clinical areas to orientate, educate and guide Pool staff. Pool nursing is a great way to gain experience in new areas and a valuable way for experienced nurses to progress their career.

The Hospital:

The Launceston General Hospital (LGH) is a 340‑bed hospital and is the major referral hospital for the North and Northwest regions of the State. The hospital provides emergency and acute care, specialist services, inpatient and ambulatory care.

The Location:

Launceston is located in the picturesque Tamar Valley, home to a number of excellent vineyards, dining establishments and gourmet food producers. Launceston boasts an enviable lifestyle with relatively affordable real estate, stress‑free commuting, quality education system and all the services you would expect.

One of Australia’s oldest cities featuring Colonial and Victorian architecture, public parks and the stunning Cataract Gorge only a short walk from the CBD.

From the pristine wilderness to epicurean adventures to world‑class culture, living in Tasmania has so much to offer all wrapped up in a tranquil environment.

Be inspired with all the opportunities to live and work on the Apple Isle.

The Role:

The Registered Nurse strengthens health outcomes through the provision of safe quality, clinically appropriate nursing care in partnership with patients/clients, their families and other health professionals.

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

Details of appointment:

Multiple permanent, full time and part time, shift‑worker (fully rotational) positions working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing at your earliest convenience.

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:

$75,902 to $102,908 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 $99,455‑$105,995 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4.

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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 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

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:

• Generic Registered Nurse G3‑G4 (July 2023) 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: Deb Stewart
Position: Pool Office NUM
Phone number: [phone]
Email address: [e-mail]

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