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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 Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) - Continence and Urology works as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, under the indirect supervision of the CNC and the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM). The CNS will support the CNC to provide appropriate and timely assessment and management of patients requiring Continence and Urology care.
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 all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The Team:
The Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania's largest hospital, with all our services working closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce and the Tasmanian Community.
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 received broad direction from the CNC - Continence and Urology and the NUM - Orthopaedic and Surgical Specialties.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 48 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*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: $103,446 - $109,165 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Services) Agreement 2023.
Allowances:
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:
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $500 per annum
- Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10 % based on qualification type
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
- 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.
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and 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:
Application Guide:
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.
Mikaela Burdon
Nurse Unit Manager
(03) 6166 8093
cnmsurgspec@ths.tas.gov.au
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