The Team

The Close Observation Unit (COU) at the Mersey Community Hospital is a six‑bed level 2 Critical Care area designed for acutely ill medical and surgical patients who require close haemodynamic, cardiac, respiratory, or neurological monitoring beyond what can be provided on a standard ward. It supports patients with single‑organ failure, arrhythmias, respiratory compromise, post‑operative needs, sepsis, DKA, and other acute conditions, offering non‑invasive ventilation, cardiac monitoring, complex assessments, and stabilisation prior to transfer when needed. Care is delivered within a values‑driven framework grounded in Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, alongside the unit’s extended values of Integrity, Advocacy, Team, Learning, Mentorship, Enthusiasm, Cohesion and Communication, which collectively guide practice and team culture. These principles underpin the unit’s commitment to evidence‑based care, collaborative teamwork, patient‑centred decision‑making, continuous quality improvement, and safe, timely escalation or transfer when higher‑level care is required.

The Role

Hospital Aides working in COU are integral to daily workflow, stock management, specimen transportation, stock ordering, room preparation and turnover, patient interaction, general cleaning and equipment management, general support for nursing staff. They collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, and actively participating in safety and quality and continuous improvement initiatives. You will be joining a close-knit team who highly value teamwork and team culture and hard work. 

You will need

• To be able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Take accountability and responsibility for the aspects of your role.
• Be highly diligent, with a high work ethic and be able to think ahead to stay on top of tasks and support the nursing team.

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, shift worker position, working 30 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

$59,668 to $65,185 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025

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.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

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: 

• Generic Hospital Aide OHO1 (June 2025).docx

Application Guide:  

• Applicant Guide.docx

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.

Name: Hayley Morse
Position: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone number: 03 6478 5369
Email address: hayley.morse@ths.tas.gov.au

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