Clinical Nurse Consultant - Stomal Therapy/Wound Care (529287)
- North West, TAS, Australia
- Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
- Health/Hospital
- Fixed-term, part-time
- Closing at: 21 Jun 2026 - 11:55pm AEST
- Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6
- Department of Health
- $118,297 to $125,543 pro rata, per annum
The Team
The outpatient team deliver compassionate, expert care to patients presenting for specialist clinic appointments, in a newly refurbished environment. Be a part of this dedicated, highly skilled team to provide a compassionate, supportive environment for those receiving care. Join us in delivering excellence through teamwork, empathy and clinical expertise.
The Role
- Functions as an advanced clinical practitioner within Stomal Therapy and wound care services providing direct care, advisory, support and educational services within the Mersey Community Hospital (MCH), and as required, to external health care providers.
- The role will provide expert clinical advice and clinical leadership in ostomy management, stomal therapy and wound care.
You will need:
- Highly developed clinical management and leadership skills and demonstrated advanced clinical expertise in accordance with best practice standards in the specific areas of ostomy and wound management, utilising a high degree of independent decision making.
2. Proven high-level organisational ability, problem solving skills and the ability to work autonomously to achieve specific outcomes.
3. Ability to identify the learning needs of patients, carers and staff in relation to ostomy and wound management and the ability to develop, deliver and evaluate education activities that will meet those needs.
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
Fixed term, part time, day worker position, working up to 40 hours per fortnight, commencing from 13 July 2026 until 2 April 2027.
*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, 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:
- 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:
- Holds or is working towards a relevant post-graduate 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:
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.
*applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Sharon Kirkland
Nurse Unit Manager -
Phone: (03) 6478 5207
Email: Sharon.kirkland@ths.tas.gov.au
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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).
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