Registered Nurse (524873)

The Team:

8A Day Chemotherapy Unit is a busy, vibrant Haematology/Oncology Day unit. We are open 7 days a week including public holidays and are the statewide referral center for Stem Cell Reinfusion.  We provide world class, gold standard cancer treatments across all treatment modalities and also participate in international drug trials. We provide apheresis services for the south of the state. 

• Be part of a dynamic, well supported team
• Focus on ongoing professional and career development

The Role:

To deliver comprehensive nursing care to Oncology/ Haematology day patients. This includes administering chemotherapy and immunotherapy, administering blood products, assisting in related medical procedures, and thorough patient assessment plus patient education. 

You will need:

• 1. Current knowledge of, and the ability to apply nursing principles, procedures and practices in the delivery of patient/client care in a designated practice area and in line with legal requirements and the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board (NMBA) Registered Nurse standards for practice.
  2. Sound interpersonal and communication skills, including written skills and the ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
  3. Knowledge of continuous quality improvement (safety and quality) and the application of evidence-based practice in the practice setting.
  4. Ability to undertake patient/client education in the practice setting, together with a commitment to participate in ongoing professional development.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:

Multiple permanent, part time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working up to 64 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: $78,179-$105,995 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023

Allowances:

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.

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

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $500 per annum
• Access to the Grade 4 salary range $96,558 - $102,908 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4
• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10 % based on qualification type

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
• 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.

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

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

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and 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: 

• Registered Nurse G3-G4.docx

Application Guide:  

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.pdf