Associate Nurse Unit Manager

15 hours ago


Launceston, Tasmania, Australia Department of Health Full time $106,570 - $112,440 per year

The Team:

The Tasmanian Health Service, John L Grove Rehabilitation Unit seeks experienced Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) for a 20-bed specialised rehabilitation unit which is situated a short distance away from the main campus of LGH. John L Grove rehabilitation is based on the social model of care where transition to premorbid or alternative lifestyle is a priority when planning, implementing, and evaluating the over care of a patient.

The multidisciplinary rehabilitation team (MDT) at John L Grove consists of ANUM's Registered and Enrolled Nurses, operational staff, various allied health professionals, pharmacist, medical registrar. The Rehabilitation physician guides and directs the medical care of the patients in this unit.

The Role:

ANUM at John L Gove rehabilitation unit works in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager and other senior staff, to ensure the efficient and effective provision of care based on best practice principles within a collaborative framework.

ANUM is expected to assist the NUM with the planning and management of staff and resources and provides operational leadership through the coordination of the day to day patient care activities of the John L Grove Rehabilitation Unit, including patient flow

ANUM at John L Gove rehabilitation unit also collaborates with the MDT to plan, implement, and evaluate high quality, rehabilitation focused and patient centred care to the patients with various rehabilitation needs.

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.

Details of appointment:

Permanent part time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working 16 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you would like to join our team.

*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: $106,570 to $112,440 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:

  • 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.

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:

  • Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate qualifications

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 Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) G5 (July

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.

Name: Sukhpal Kaur

Position: Nurse Unit Manager - John L Grove Rehabilitation Unit

Phone number:

Email address:

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