Nurse Practitioner — Wound Care

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Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care (527658)

Within a primary health framework and in accordance with Agency policy and procedures, the Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care is responsible for high level clinical leadership in the development, provision and evaluation of service that ensures optimal patient/client/family and community outcomes.

The Nurse Practitioner—Wound Care is responsible for evaluating and implementing changes to clinical practice, initiating research, education and quality improvement activities and will act as a leader, advisor and mentor for other nurses and clinicians to ensure high level clinical excellence in the practice area.

- Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 8 , Level 3
- Salary: as per Award—Grade 8 Level 3
- Employment type: FullTime
- Region: NorthWest
- Location: 48 Water Street, Ulverstone

About the Opportunity

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Full Time Nurse Practitioner specialising in Wound Care within our Primary Care Team based in the North West, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while advancing your expertise in specialised wound management.

We’re seeking a compassionate healthcare professional who thrives in collaborative environments and is committed to delivering evidence-based wound care solutions. You’ll work alongside experienced clinicians in modern facilities, supporting patients across diverse communities throughout the North West region.

What You’ll Do:

- Assess, diagnose, and develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex wound conditions
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care
- Educate patients and families on wound prevention and self-management strategies
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to professional development programs

What We’re Looking For:

- Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with relevant wound care qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in wound assessment and advanced treatment modalities
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with best practice guidelines

What We Offer

As part of the Tasmania Health Service, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits including professional development opportunities, flexible work arrangements where possible, and access to employee wellness programs. We foster an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and encourages innovation in patient care.

Our supportive work environment provides access to cutting-edge wound care technologies and ongoing education to help you grow professionally while making a real impact on patient outcomes.

Ready to advance your career in specialised wound care? We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Details of appointment:

We are offering a permanent, full-time Registered Nurse position (day worker), working up to 76 hours per fortnight. Flexible working hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Key Appointment Details

- Superannuation: 12 % employer contribution (in addition to salary)
- Agreement: In accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023

Additional Allowances (subject to eligibility)

- Post-Graduate Allowance: Up to 7.5 % depending on qualification type
- Relocation Support:

- Up to $ 15,000 for international appointees

- Up to $ 10,000 for interstate appointees

- 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.

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and endorsed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner
- Registration to work with Vulnerable People

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

- Current Driver’s Licence

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.

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.

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.

*only Recruitment Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Director of Nursing—Chronic, Complex and Community Services

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and other diverse groups.

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