The Team
The Tasmanian Health Service delivers the Transition Care Program (TCP), a short-term community-based service supporting older Tasmanians after a hospital stay. Our multidisciplinary team provides person-centred care to help clients regain independence and achieve recovery goals. The TCP team partners with key stakeholders to deliver healthcare excellence.
The Role:
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) plays a vital role in the TCP, overseeing referral triage, care planning, and coordination within a multidisciplinary team. The CNS also ensures compliance with legislation and leads quality improvement initiatives.
You will need:
* Advanced clinical nursing knowledge and skills, with experience in evidence-based primary healthcare for older adults or those with cognitive impairment.
* Leadership ability to collaborate with the TCP Manager in staff and resource planning and coordination.
* Ability to work autonomously and within a team to deliver effective client care and discharge planning, utilizing various information technologies.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all selection criteria to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, full-time position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Hours are negotiable.
Applicants should note that this process may be used to fill similar vacancies for up to twelve months from the publication date.
Salary: $106,570 to $112,440 per annum, with an additional 12% superannuation contribution.
* Salary in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
Postgraduate allowance of up to 10% based on qualifications may apply.
Salary Packaging:
Access to salary packaging benefits, including living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meal entertainment per FBT year, plus other benefits if eligible.
Benefits:
* Professional development opportunities.
* Various leave entitlements, including study leave and professional support.
* Fitness Passport for access to 40+ facilities across Tasmania for $13.95/week per person or $25.95 for a family.
More information about employee benefits can be found here .
Eligibility:
Must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
Desirable: Postgraduate qualifications or working towards them.
Note: Refer to the Application Guide for pre-employment checks.
Download the Statement of Duties and related documents:
* Generic CNS - Transition Care Program G5 (Apr 2025).docx
How to apply:
Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button. Complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience and skills related to the duties. A separate response to selection criteria is not required.
For more information:
Contact Amanda Davies, Manager - Assessment & Case Management Services at 03 6166 8080 or .
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Our values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Hear from staff about their experiences and the lifestyle in Tasmania through various media links.
We encourage applications from key communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people with disabilities.
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