Clinical Nurse Consultant - Chronic Kidney Disease and Dialysis (523112)
North West Renal Satellite Unit – Burnie, Tasmania
The Tasmanian Health Service is seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to join the North West Renal Satellite Unit in Burnie as a Clinical Nurse Consultant – Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).
This advanced practice role provides clinical leadership, patient education, and care coordination for patients living with Chronic Kidney Disease across the continuum of renal care. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary renal team, the CNC – CKD plays a key role in supporting patients and families through education, dialysis preparation, vascular access coordination, and ongoing management of chronic kidney disease.
The successful applicant will utilise advanced clinical knowledge and leadership skills to improve patient outcomes, support evidence-based practice, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives within a specialised renal service.
The Role:
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver nurse-led education and support for CKD patients and families
- Coordinate pathways for dialysis access and renal replacement therapies
- Provide clinical leadership and expert renal nursing advice
- Support continuity of care across haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and transplantation pathways
- Contribute to quality improvement, research, and evidence-based practice initiatives
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
About You
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
- Significant renal nursing experience and advanced clinical knowledge
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment
- Commitment to patient-centred care and continuous quality improvement
- Experience in education, care coordination, and change management within healthcare settings
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 (with on call) position, working up to 38 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as you can join us.
*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
$118,297 to $125,543 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.
- Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria
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Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse with Renal experience.
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Holds or is working towards relevant post graduate qualifications in renal nursing.
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:
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.
Name: Kirby Wheatley/Ailsa Jones
Position: Co NUMs North West Renal Unit
Phone number: (03) 6477 7746
Email address: nwrenalnum@ths.tas.gov.au
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