Clinical Nurse Specialist

Team:The Clinical Nurse Specialist for Aged care services assists the dynamic hospital aged care liaison (HALT) & Residential aged care home liaison (RACHL) team at the Launceston General Hospital.Role:Supporting Older Australians and their families within the Launceston General Hospital (LGH).Supporting the Hospital Aged Care Liaison Team (HALT), Residential aged care home (RACH) Clinical Nurse Consultants and the Nursing unit Manager.Proven highly developed clinical experience in aged care.Ability to function instructively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.Working with RACH residents within the LGH.Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.Why Tasmania: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 part time, day worker position, working 64 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date until 31 October 2028.*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:$106,570 to $112,440 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.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.Current Driver’s Licence.Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe 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:528277,512687 Clinical Nurse Specialist - AST G5 (June 2024) CSU.docxApplication Guide:Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docxHow 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: Michelle CompagnePosition: Nursing Unit ManagerPhone number: (03) 6777 8119Email: michelle.compagne@ths.tas.gov.auWhat it is like working at the Department of Health?Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to TasmaniaMake It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyleOne Health Podcast - SpotifyOne Health Podcast - AppleTasmanian Health Careers | TasmanianRespecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr