The Team
The Intensive Care Unit within the LGH is an 11-bed dynamic medical/surgical unit that prides itself on delivering excellence in health care and improving outcomes for our workforce and the Tasmanian community.
The team prizes a strong, supportive culture and strives for high standards of care.
We are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our clients, utilizing a range of treatment options such as mechanical ventilation, continuous renal replacement therapy, advanced haemodynamic monitoring, and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.
The Role
The role of the Clinical Nurse Educator is to facilitate and support the development of the nursing workforce by planning, promoting, coordinating, implementing and evaluating education programs in the clinical setting/ward/unit.
As the successful CNE you will:
Plan, develop, implement and evaluate nursing education programs and activities in the clinical setting, including core and mandatory programmes, in collaboration with the Nurse Unit Manager, internal and external education providers and coordinators as required.
Facilitate ongoing professional development within a learning and research culture, promoting patient-centred inter-professional learning and may delegate to contribute to relevant groups and committees.
Consult and liaise with the Nurse Unit Manager to provide educational support and evaluation in relation to staff performance development plans.
Ensure maintenance of records in accordance with organisational policy and program requirements.
Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation's Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes, including development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives, safeguarding practices for vulnerable people, and related training.
Duties
Plan, develop, implement and evaluate nursing and ancillary staff education and professional development programmes and activities in the clinical setting including core and mandatory programmes, in collaboration with the Nurse Unit Manager, internal and external education providers and coordinators as required.
Promote and participate in quality improvement activities, including clinical risk management, to facilitate ongoing professional development within a learning and research culture.
Ensure maintenance of records of completion in accordance with organisational policy and program requirements.
Liaise with the Nurse Unit Manager to provide educational support and evaluation in relation to the staff performance development plan.
Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation's Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes, including the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives, safeguarding practices for vulnerable people, and related training.
Details of Appointment
Permanent full-time, day-worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date. Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Selection
For 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
$114,851 to $121,886 per annum. 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.
Post-graduate allowance up to 10% based on qualification type.
Salary Packaging
You'll have access to salary package benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, and other benefits if eligible.
Benefits
Travel and relocation assistance support up to $15,000 for overseas and $10,000 for interstate applicants.
Professional development and accelerated pathways.
Leave entitlements including study leave and Professional Development Support.
Fitness Passport – 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $***** per week per person, or $***** for a family.
Eligibility
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
Relevant postgraduate qualifications desirable.
Other essential criteria as per Statement of Duties.
Further Information
Download the Statement of Duties and the Application Guide for detailed information about the vacancy.
For more information, contact Bianca Jack, Director of Nursing – Critical Care, phone, email
How to Apply
Apply Online. Click the "Apply" button on this screen. Submit a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.
Why Tasmania
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursue your health career in Tasmania's public health system and enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact.
What it is Like Working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are core values. The Department of Health welcomes applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+ and people living with disabilities communities. Listen to staff experiences and learn about relocating to Tasmania.
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