The role:
The Continence and Urology role is supported by the Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) - Continence and Urology who provides expert clinical advice and leadership in Continence and Urology nursing, coordinates patient care in the multidisciplinary team, supports and promotes an environment that nurtures teaching, quality improvement, risk mitigation and research within the Continence and Urology environment.
The CNS - Continence and Urology role:
- Is involved in the planning and management of the Continence and Urology patients to ensure efficient and effective service delivery and improve healthcare outcomes for patients admitted by the Urology Unit.
- Contributes to the development of education programs in relation to management of Continence and Urology conditions and assists in delivering education to nursing staff.
- undertakes quality improvement and clinical research activities and initiates strategies for change that contribute to continuous improvement and the application of evidence-based practice.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for more information about the duties, responsibilities and the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The Continence and Urology team:
- Is a dynamic and supportive team that works closely with the medical and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate and deliver advanced nursing care relating to Continence and Urology.
- The CNS - Continence and Urology operates with high-level autonomy within a multidisciplinary team environment and receives broad direction from the CNC - Urology and Continence and the NUM - Orthopaedic & Surgical Specialties.
Details of Appointment
Permanent, part time, day worker position working 32 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours may 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 and part time vacancies.
Salary: $103,466 to $109,165 pro-rata per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
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.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Post Graduate Allowance of up to 7.5% based on qualification type
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $500 per annum
Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate qualifications
- Thorough assessment skills related to the management of continence and urological patients
- Previous experience in caring for continence and urological patients
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
- Conviction checks in the following areas:
- crimes of violence
- sex related offences
- serious drug offences
- crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
How to Apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.
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.
Please note:
- We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
- All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide and Statement of Duties prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
Statement of Duties
Applicant Guide
For more information contact
Mikaela Burdon
Nurse Unit Manager
Phone: (03) 6166 8093
cnmsurgspec@ths.tas.gov.au
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