Registered Nurse (529065)

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The role:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

We are seeking Registered Nurses to join our Medical Unit at the North West Regional Hospital. We are looking for passionate nurses who deliver the greatest quality of care and will collaborate with members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. It is expected that within the dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to a strong professional team approach through open communication and a positive supportive environment. Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, you will contribute to the health outcomes of your patients through excellence in practice, fostering a learning culture, excellent communication skills and working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.<\/span><\/p>\n

Regardless of what stage you're at in your career, we have a program for you, and you will be supported in your role by our Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Facilitators: <\/span><\/p>\n

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• For nurses who are new to comprehensive care medical nursing, we are introducing a supported, structured program of learning incorporating palliative, end of life care, comprehensive care, and nursing care of acute and chronic medical issues for people living chronic conditions- our Comprehensive Care Transition Program <\/span><\/li>\n
• Nurses who are experienced and hold further qualifications in medical nursing and\/or palliative care nursing will continue to receive ongoing professional development<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.<\/span><\/p>\n

  The Ward: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

  The Comprehensive Care Medical Unit<\/strong> at Northwest Regional Hospital consists of a 27 bed General Medical Ward, a 15-bed Isolation\/ General Medicine Unit and an 8 bed Acute Medical Unit (AMU) for short stay patients. We specialise in providing care to people living with complex medical conditions including acute stroke, palliative care and end of life nursing, sepsis, respiratory and cardiac conditions, and acute delirium. The Isolation area provides care for various transmission-based infections including COVID 19.<\/span><\/p>\n

  Staff also have the opportunity to be rotated through all areas of the Medical Unit, and there are many opportunities for ongoing professional development and learning of Comprehensive Care Medical Nursing available, all of which are supported and encouraged to ensure optimal care for patients.<\/span><\/p>\n

  Details of Appointment<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

  Multiple Permanent, full time and part time, shift-worker (fully rotational) positions available, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you are ready to join our team<\/span><\/p>\n

  *notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • 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 and part time vacancies.<\/em><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Salary:<\/strong> $75,902 to $102,908 pro rata, per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023<\/em><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      You\u2019ll 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.<\/span><\/p>\n

      In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: <\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Post Graduate Allowance of up to 7.5% based on qualification type<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Eligibility:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:<\/span><\/p>\n

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           Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

           The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre\u2011employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:<\/span><\/p>\n

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           1. Conviction checks in the following areas:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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              1. crimes of violence<\/span><\/li>\n
              2. sex related offences<\/span><\/li>\n
              3. serious drug offences<\/span><\/li>\n
              4. crimes involving dishonesty<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                 1. Identification check<\/span><\/li>\n
                 2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    How to Apply<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                    Apply Online. Please click the \"Apply\" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered. <\/span><\/p>\n

                    You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.<\/span><\/p>\n

                    Please note:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                    • We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
                    • All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                      We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.<\/span><\/p>\n

                      Statement<\/strong> of <\/strong>Duties<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                      • Registered Nurse G3-G4 (July 2023) CSU.pdf<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Registered Nurse G3-G4 (July 2023) CSU.docx<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Applicant Guide<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                        • Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          For more information <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                          Maxine Munting<\/span><\/p>\n

                          Position: Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) <\/span>
                          Phone: (03) 6493 6415<\/span>
                          E-mail: maxine.munting@ths.tas.gov.au<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

                          Important information<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                          The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au<\/a> and look for \u201cExisting applicant login\u201d where you can update your details<\/span><\/p>\n

                          The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.<\/em><\/span><\/p>"