At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic nursing team to deliver top-notch care in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join the Department of Health Tasmania, committed to community health and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional development, and lifestyle perks in beautiful Tasmania.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying Tasmania's stunning natural beauty.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered nurse with strong clinical and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 132932 - 132932 $ per year.
Lead Beaconsfield District Health Service as Nurse Unit Manager, providing clinical and operational leadership across aged care, sub-acute and community services. This rewarding rural leadership role offers the opportunity to drive quality care, workforce development and service improvement while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of Tasmania's West Tamar region.
The nurse unit manager (NUM) is part of the Beaconsfield District Health Service leadership team and works closely with the Director of Nursing to provide safe, high-quality person-centred care to our community. The nursing team consists of Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and Assistants, supported by allied health, hotel services, administration, activities and Diversional therapists, community and home help support staff. The team provides 24-hour care across aged care, sub-acute, respite, palliative care, day centre and community services as part of a rural Multi-purpose Service.
The team works collaboratively with a strong focus on resident and patient safety, quality improvement, workforce development and a positive, respectful culture. As part of the Tasmanian Health Service, we partner with consumers, families, GPs and community organisations to deliver accessible integrated health care to the West Tamar community.
As Nurse Unit Manager at Beaconsfield District Health Service, you will provide effective clinical and operational leadership across our rural Multi-purpose Service. You will lead and support a multidisciplinary team in the delivery of safe, high-quality person-centred care across sub-acute, residential aged care and community services.
You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the service, including workforce planning, clinical governance, quality and safety, staff development and supporting positive workplace culture. Working collaboratively with staff, consumers, families and key stakeholders, you will contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of responsive health services that meet the needs of the West Tamar community.
You will need:
- Demonstrated extensive clinical knowledge and experience relevant to acute, sub-acute, emergency, Residential Aged Care, and community care.
- Comprehensive knowledge of and experience in contemporary nursing management practice, including: clinical governance; clinical risk management; evidence-based practice; research; clinical standards; ethics; and legislation.
- Capability to be adaptable and respond and adjust easily to change.
- Proactive and self-directed, seizing opportunities and acting upon them, ensuring improved outcomes for the practice area.
Details of appointment:
- Permanent full-time, day worker, working 76 hours per fortnight, with as soon as possible start.
- Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
- 12% superannuation contribution on top of the salary.
- Access to salary packaging a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year.
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania.
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health does. 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 Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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