Assistant In Nursing (530800)

The Team:

The Medical Ward at Mersey Community Hospital consists of 33 beds providing Palliative Care, Geriatric Care, and a mixture of acute and sub-acute medicine. This ward bustles with activity and is committed to delivering high quality care to a variety of medically admitted patients.

The Specialist Palliative Care Inpatient Service is closely aligned with Community services to deliver specialist care to patients with an acute onset of symptoms or in the terminal phase. Work is under way to develop a Geriatric Evaluation and Management model of care that will support patients to be cared for while being able to engage in active therapy and social activities. Staff in this ward should have an interest and or experience in general medical and sub-acute nursing care.

The Role:

In this rewarding role, the AIN carries out their duties under the supervision, delegation and direction of our Registered and Enrolled Nurses in accordance with the nursing care plan.

You’ll provide compassionate and empathetic communication whilst assisting patients with their daily routines, including showering, dressing, nutrition, pressure injury prevention and mobility.

You’ll keenly observe those in your care, while working with the RN and/or EN in establishing priorities for patient care delivery, actively participating in and contributing to the organisation's Quality and Safety and Work Health and Safety Processes.

We commit to support you in an inclusive, collaborative, and caring team environment, and will help you develop the skills you need to reach your potential.

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 (fully rotational) positions, working up to 64 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agree upon date.

*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: $64,+85 to $71,008 pro rata, per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $+,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

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.+5 per week per person, or $25.+5 for a family.
Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care); or

Certificate III Individual Support (Ageing Specialisation); or

Is currently an undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing student who has completed their first year clinical practice placement; or

A current Diploma of Nursing student who has completed their first clinical practice placement

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

Current First Aid Certificate
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 Assistant in Nursing G1 (July 2023) CSU.docx
Application Guide:

Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
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.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Elisha Harris
Position: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone number: (03) 6478 51+8
Email address: elisha.harris@ths.tas.gov.au

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