Nurse Practitioner

The Role:
Within the Agency Framework, and in accordance with Agency policies and procedures, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) plays a pivotal leadership role in the development, delivery, and evaluation of Health Services at the Central Highlands Community Health Service (Ouse, Tasmania).

Operating within a defined scope of practice, the NP ensures high-quality, person-centred care that supports improved health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.

The NP is responsible as a leader, advisor and mentor for other nurses and clinicians to ensure high level clinical excellence in Sub-Acute, Aged and Community Services

This position is central to:

• Improving continuity of care for rural communities.
• Strengthening integration across THS services, private providers, and community organisations.
• Supporting a place-based approach to care delivery.

The NP will draw upon advanced clinical competencies to:

• Enhance service outcomes through research and quality improvement.
• Champion nurse-led primary care pathways.
• Engage in relevant research, collaborative education, and service redesign.
• Act as a leader and mentor to nurses and other clinicians across Sub-Acute, Aged, and Community Services.

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.

Details of appointment:
Permanent part time, day worker position, working 48 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:
$144,146 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.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 7.5% 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.

• Remote and Rural Professional Development Allowance of an additional salary allowance of 4%.

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 and endorsed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner

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 Nurse Practitioner - Sub-Acute, Aged and Community Services G8-3 (Aug

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep

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.

Christy Dorward

Manager Allied Health

Or

Ann Allanby

Nursing Director - Sub-Acute, Aged, and Community Services Clinical Stream (SAACS)

Tasmanian Health Service

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