Clinical Nurse Consultant

The Team:

Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania's largest hospital, and the Rheumatology Unit within the RHH is the tertiary referral centre for all rheumatology services in Tasmania. The Rheumatology Unit is founded upon strong teamwork and multi-disciplinary principles, incorporating medical, specialty nursing and allied health roles. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions.  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 Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC)- Rheumatology provides clinical leadership and direction to improve the quality and continuity of care and support provided to clients diagnosed with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

This role is a pivotal contact point for continuity of care for people diagnosed with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. The position provides advanced authoritative clinical expertise and is an integral part of the interdisciplinary Rheumatology team.

The CNC - Rheumatology works in liaison with Lead Clinicians and the Assistant Director of Nursing – Acute Medical Services to provide:

• Provide advice, appropriate clinical interventions, case management and consumer advocacy according to the specific and changing needs of individuals with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.
• Provide a significant degree of autonomy and independent decision making within the service.
• Provide advice to support patient care specific to Rheumatology
• Developed pathway protocols and guidelines in relation to gastroenterology related care consistent with best practice.

You will need:

• Extensive experience as a Registered Nurse with demonstrated advanced clinical competence in rheumatic and musculoskeletal disease nursing with awareness and understanding that ensures optimal patient care/outcomes across the health continuum.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, mediation and conflict resolution skills and a proven ability to educate, influence and be credible to a range of health professionals and consumers.
• Well-developed leadership skills with the ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team and to consult, refer, liaise, and negotiate on complex professional, clinical service and health system issues.

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.

Location:Hobart, Tasmania

Details of appointment:

Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 40 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*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: $114,851to $121,886 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withNurses 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant post graduate qualifications or willingness to complete a relevant post graduate certificate in Rheumatological 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:

• CNC

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant

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 Close:Sunday, 1 November 2025 at 11:55pm

For more information:

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

Bronwen Neely

Assistant Director of Nursing

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