Clinical Nurse Consultant - Inflammatory Bowel Disease (526278)
Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NthLaunceston General Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 22 March, 2026 11:55 PM
Sunday 22 March, 2026 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6
$118,297 to $125,543 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, part-time
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
The Day Procedure Unit at the Launceston General Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant to provide clinical leadership and direction to improve the quality and continuity of care and support to clients diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease related illnesses.
The Team:
Working autonomously within the busy Day Procedure Unit as part of a multidisciplinary team. The successful applicant will work in liaison with Lead Clinicians, other CNSs and the Nurse Unit Manager of the Day Procedure Unit – LGH.
The Role:
Provides clinical leadership and direction to improve the quality and continuity of care and support to clients diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease related illnesses.
You will need:
* Extensive experience as a registered nursewith demonstrated advanced clinical expertise in IBD Nursing
* Excellent demonstrated communication and organisational skills
* Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team autonomously.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
* Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to12 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you can join us.
*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:$118,297 to $125,543 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance withNurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
Access to the Grade 4 salary range $102,439- $109,175 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
* Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
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:
* Minimum 5 years full time experience in the area of Gastroenterology with extensive experience in IBD Nursing.
* Relevant post graduate qualifications or willingness to complete a relevant postgraduate qualification in Gastroenterology and IBD.
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.
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.
*applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name:Sharon StuartPosition:Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) Day Procedure UnitPhone number: (03)6777 8723Email address:dpunum@ths.tas.gov.au
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