Registered Nurse - The Roy Fagan Centre *******L1) Department of HealthCommunity, Mental Health & WellbeingCMHW - MH & Statewide Services Applications must be submitted by Sunday 21 December, :55 PM Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 3-4 Employment type: Fixed-term, full-time, Fixed-term, part-time Region: South Location: Exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join the Department of Health
> Working at the Roy Fagan Centre - A Career with Purpose The Nursing Role Nurses at the Roy Fagan Centre are at the heart of our care model, supporting older persons with complex mental health needs, neuropsychiatric symptoms of dementia, and other age related conditions.
Our nursing team works within a multidisciplinary framework to deliver compassionate, person centred care that prioritises dignity, safety, and emotional wellbeing.
Registered Nurse Role: Provide hands on direct support for patient ADLs, ensuring dignity and comfort.
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and mental state assessments.
Monitor and review treatment responses, updating care plans as needed.
Deliver person centred, trauma informed care within a multidisciplinary team.
Engage therapeutically with patients and families to support recovery goals.
Administer medications and monitor for efficacy and side effects.
Document assessments, risk evaluations, and care plans in electronic records.
Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and clinical education.
Our nursing workforce operates on a 12 hour shift pattern, with full time staff typically working two days on, two days off.
This model promotes continuity of care, team cohesion, and work life balance.
At RFC, we are committed to career progression and succession planning.
Nurses are supported through structured supervision, mentoring, and access to professional development opportunities tailored to their interests and goals.
We actively encourage leadership development and provide clear pathways for advancement within the Tasmanian Health Service.
Through initiatives like the My Home Life program, we foster a culture of kindness, positive communication, and relational care-ensuring that both staff and consumers feel valued, respected, and empowered.
Who We Are The Roy Fagan Centre (RFC) is Tasmania's statewide specialised inpatient mental health facility for older persons, and part of Older Person's Mental Health Service (OPMHS).
We provide compassionate, person centred care to individuals experiencing acute mental ill health, neuropsychiatric symptoms of dementia, and complex psychiatric conditions.
Our multidisciplinary team works across four purpose built units, each designed to support dignity, safety, and therapeutic engagement.
What We Do Acute psychiatric care Dementia and neuropsychiatric treatment Geriatric rehabilitation Palliative and end of life care Rehabilitation and recovery focused programs Support for families, carers, and community transitions Our patients are older Tasmanians age 65+, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 50+, who require specialised mental health support.
We also support individuals with young onset neurodegenerative conditions.
Our Values and Culture At RFC, live by the One Health CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
We also embrace: Flexibility and inclusivity Transparency and teamwork Holistic and trauma informed care Collaboration with families, carers, and community partners We foster a welcoming, non clinical environment where music, nature, and creativity are part of everyday life.
Staff are encouraged to personalise spaces, build meaningful relationships, and support consumers with empathy and respect.
To further enrich our culture, we actively implement the My Home Life program-an evidence based approach that promotes quality of life for people living and working in care settings.
Through this program, we focus on: Enhancing positive communication between staff, consumers, and families Strengthening relational care and emotional connection Encouraging shared decision making and reflective practice Creating a culture of kindness, dignity, and mutual respect My Home Life helps us ensure that every interaction is meaningful, every voice is heard, and every person-staff or consumer-feels valued and supported.
Why Work With Us?
As a manager and team, we offer: A deeply supportive and inclusive workplace Structured supervision, mentoring, and professional development Opportunities to specialise in dementia care, trauma informed practice, and aged mental health Access to professional development opportunities tailored to your role and interests, including training in dementia care, trauma informed practice, and mental health support.
A vibrant, multidisciplinary team culture A chance to make a real difference in the lives of older Tasmanians We value diversity, lived experience, and resilience.
Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, support worker, administrator, or environmental services, your contribution matters.
What We Look For We seek individuals who: Are compassionate, curious, and collaborative Value dignity, autonomy, and person centred care Are committed to continuous learning and reflective practice Can work respectfully with families, carers, and diverse communities Hold relevant qualifications and registration (e.g., AHPRA, NMBA) Our Promise to Job Seekers Join us and be part of a team that: Champions staff wellbeing and celebrates resilience Supports career progression and leadership development Creates a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment Delivers care that transforms lives-one moment, one act of kindness at a time You will need: Current knowledge and experience in and the ability to apply nursing principles and procedures in the delivery of consumer care in acute adult mental health in line with legal requirements and the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council competency standards for Registered Nurses.
Knowledge and understanding of the psychosocial and health needs of individuals and their application to nursing practice in the acute adult mental health setting, including an understanding of the principles of maintaining appropriate therapeutic relationships with consumers.
Relevant experience in an acute Mental Health setting with demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation including the Mental Health Act ****.
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 fixed term, full time or part time, shift worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of up to six (6) months.
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 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 ****.
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 $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 $***** per week per person, or $***** for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here 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: Possess or be working towards a specialist tertiary graduate or post graduate mental health/psychiatric nursing qualification, or completed prior to the transfer of nurse education to the tertiary sector, a hospital-based training program that resulted in previous registration as a psychiatric nurse by the relevant nurse registration authority within Australia Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre employment check.
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