The Role:
- Works under the direction and supervision of the Nurse Unit Manager.
- Delivers nursing care as delegated by the Nurse Unit Manager.
- Collaborates with members of the healthcare team to achieve effective healthcare outcomes.
- Accountable for the standard of nursing care provided and acts to rectify unsafe practices and/or unprofessional conduct.
- Practices in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia approved national competency standards for enrolled nurses, legislation, education, experience and organisational policy.
- Champion a child safe culture that upholds the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. The Department is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children and young people, and expect all employees to actively participate in and contribute to our rights-based approach to care, including meeting all mandatory reporting obligations.
- Where applicable, exercise delegations in accordance with a range of Acts, Regulations, Awards, administrative authorities and functional arrangements as mandated by Statutory office holders including the Secretary and Head of State Service. The relevant Unit Manager can provide details to the occupant of delegations applicable to this position.
- Comply at all times with policy and protocol requirements, including those relating to mandatory education, training and assessment.
You will need:
- Sound knowledge of the principles of nursing care, procedures and practices.
- Demonstrated ability to practice in a manner that respects the right of individuals and groups.
- Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated assessment, problem solving and organisational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as member of a multidisciplinary team.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The Team:
Come and be a part of a unique and diverse nurse lead team. The Mother Baby Unit (MBU) delivers multidisciplinary inpatient care for consumers with perinatal mental illness, including sleep and settling issues, in the perinatal period from conception through to 12 months post-partum.
We are a two-bed unit and are operational 24 hours per day, seven days per week, 365 days per year and currently situated within the RHH K block. We work fully rotational shift work and offer family friendly approach to work and rostering. We pride ourselves on being a transparent operational space and caring for our consumers is our ultimate goal.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term full time, shift worker position (fully rotational), working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of approximately two (2) years.
*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: $68,913 to $75,902 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023
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 7.5% 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.
- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as an Enrolled Nurse (holds a Board-approved qualification in administration of medicines).
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.
Gracie Patten
A/NUM Mother Baby Unit
0487 004 589
gracie.patten@ths.tas.gov.au
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