The Team:

Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania’s largest hospital, and the Neurology Unit within the RHH is the tertiary referral centre for neurology services in Tasmania. The RHH neurology service provides specialist epilepsy, neuromuscular, neuroimmunology, movement disorders and stroke services including support to Launceston General Hospital, Mersey Community Hospital and North West Regional Hospital. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions.  All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role:

• The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) – Neurology Liaison provides clinical leadership and direction to improve the quality and continuity of care and support provided to a defined set of neurological patients (such as those with multiple sclerosis or other neuroimmunological conditions, epilepsy, stroke and/or neuromuscular conditions) within the Royal Hobart Hospital and other THS hospitals.
• a pivotal contact point for continuity of care for this defined set of THS Neurology Patients. The position provides authoritative expert clinical advice and supports and coordinates the patient’s care from diagnosis through treatment, particularly in the community and ambulatory care settings, and is an integral part of the interdisciplinary team throughout the patient’s journey.

You will need:

• Demonstrated specialist clinical knowledge in defined neurological conditions including multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology, epilepsy or neuromuscular conditions, and the ability to apply this knowledge in screening, management, safety monitoring, phone advice, education and support of patients with such conditions.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal, communication, both written and verbal, mediation and conflict resolution skills, and a proven ability to educate, influence and be credible to a range of health professionals and consumers.
• Well developed and strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate within an inter-disciplinary team and to consult, refer, liaise and negotiate on complex professional, clinical service and health systems issues.

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

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 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:

Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 36 hours per fortnight, commencing 15 January 2026.

*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: $114,851 to $121,886 per annum. 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:

• 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 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

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Holds or is working towards a relevant post-graduate tertiary qualification.

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: 

• Clinical Nurse Consultant- Neurology Liaison.docx

Application Guide:  

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide.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.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Bronwen Neeley
Assistant Director of Nursing - Acute Medical Services
(03) 6166 8338
bronwen.neely@ths.tas.gov.au

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Respecting 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.