Nurse Unit Manager - North West

Job Description

Living and working in the best place on earth Tired of big cities? How about a walk along the beach just before work? Consider moving to North West Tasmania to experience wonderful beaches, mountains, world heritage listed national parks, hinterland villages, great food, wine and more. Living in Tasmania you will experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, world-renowned food and wine, wild and beautiful landscapes, a relaxed island lifestyle, and a fascinating history. Comparatively lifestyle with fantastic properties in idyllic locations at a fraction of the cost compared to Australia’s capital cities. Traffic jam is not a common term in North West Tasmania and you will have a great work life balance. 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. The Team: The North West Regional Hospital is located in Burnie, and services the whole of the North West Tasmania, including the West Coast and King Island. The Paediatric Ward is a 16-bed Paediatric level 4 service, caring for General paediatrics, general surgical, ENT and orthopaedics in the under 18 cohort. As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will be assisted by a Clinical Nurse Educator, several Associate Nurse Unit Managers, and several Grade 3 and 4 Registered Nurses. You will also be supported by the Women’s and Children’s Services Allied Health team. Royal Hobart Hospital is the major tertiary level service for the state and the University of Tasmania and other institutions will assist with your educational needs. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community. The Role: As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will lead a team of dedicated healthcare professionals in providing compassionate and evidence-based care to a diverse patient population, including children with a wide range of medical and surgical conditions. You will be committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment where cultural safety is a priority, ensuring that care is delivered in a way that acknowledges and respects the cultural values, beliefs, and needs of all patients, their families, and staff. Details of appointment: Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight. *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: $122,365 to $129,060 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% 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 (RN) 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: Payment of $15,000 staged over three years is available for Nurses and Midwives who move to Tasmania from interstate and remain employed full time for three years or more, on top of relocation allowance already available. 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 $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 a Registered Nurse Current Working with Children Registration Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: Relevant post graduate qualifications For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Ruth KingPosition: Nursing DirectorPhone number: 0499 718 157Email address: Link to apply: Apply Here Applications close: Wednesday 26 March, 2025 11:55 PM AEST #J-18808-Ljbffr