Clinical Nurse Consultant - Tasmanian Community Paediatric Service (532245)
The Role
Undertake nurse-led clinics for common paediatric and neurodevelopmental conditions in the setting of social challenges in collaboration with paediatricians, trainees and allied health staff. Deliver education programs for parents, carers and support staff to support management of common childhood difficulties.
Support statewide policy development, service planning, implementation of evidence-based practice and innovation to improve access, equity and outcomes for children, young people and families across Tasmania.
You will need
- Highly developed, evidence-based clinical knowledge and advanced practice skills in the psychosocial determinants of health, developmental paediatrics, including knowledge of developmental trauma, Out of Home Care, and the needs of vulnerable children and families, with the ability to coordinate complex care across multidisciplinary and multi-agency settings.
- Proven ability to lead quality improvement initiatives, utilise data for decision-making, and contribute to research translation to enhance clinical outcomes and service delivery.
- Demonstrated capacity to provide clinical leadership, influence practice standards, and drive statewide improvements in models of care, including the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate education programs and build capability within nursing and multidisciplinary teams.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment
Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 38 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of 3 months.
*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.
Access to the Grade 4 salary range $102,439- $109,175 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4
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 (Delete if not applicable).
- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a registered Nurse
- Current Working with Children Registration
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Holds or is working towards a Post Graduate Qualification in 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.
*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.
Michael Bourne
Assistant Director of Nursing - Children's and Statewide Service
(03) 6166 7252
michael.bourne@ths.tas.gov.au
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