Registered Nurse - Clinical Coach (532970)

The Team:

Ward 5A at the Launceston General Hospital is a dynamic 32 bed surgical ward specialising in upper gastrointestinal, colorectal, urological and general surgeries. The 5A team prides itself in having a strong supportive culture and strives for high standards of care. Ward 5A is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of patients, clients and the Tasmanian community.

The Role:

The Clinical Coach works collaboratively in assisting and supporting the Nurse Unit Manager fulfil the Clinical Coach portfolio, with active involvement in clinical education, clinical leadership and management; safety and quality; and practice development.

The Clinical Coach will contribute to positive client outcomes by facilitating the competence and confidence of novice clinicians via clinical coaching.

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:

Multiple permanent part time, shift worker positions, working up to 76 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: $99,455 to $105,995 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.

Access to the Grade 4 salary range $99,455- $105,995 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4

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:

• A minimum of three years’ experience within the setting
• Possess or working towards relevant postgraduate qualifications appropriate to clinical area
• Membership with the relevant professional organisation (e.g. Australian College of Nursing, ACM, ACORN, ACCCN)

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more informa