Overview
The Clinical Nurse Consultant - Palliative Care will work with the Specialist Palliative Care Service - community team, including the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) Palliative Care team, following a consultancy service delivery model. The successful applicant will commence in the community service with opportunities to rotate to the RHH consult team by negotiation. The multidisciplinary Specialist Palliative Care team delivers care in accordance with clinical standards and best practice principles to improve quality of life and healthcare experiences for people with life-limiting illnesses. The service focuses on optimal symptom management, end of life care planning, and supporting people to die in the place of their choice.
The Role
The Clinical Nurse Consultant - Palliative Care provides clinical leadership and direction in planning, implementing and evaluating the provision of palliative care to support the delivery of an acute and community palliative care service provided by Hospitals South. The Clinical Nurse Consultant is responsible for:
- Providing clinical leadership and specialist clinical advice to nursing, medical and allied health staff including other health care providers and external stakeholders.
- Coordinating acute and community palliative care clinical practices including palliative care assessment and treatment plans, psychosocial support and interventions.
- Leading the development and implementation of clinical protocols, guidelines and service delivery options.
You will need
- Demonstrated advanced level of clinical expertise relevant to consultancy, assessment, case management and care coordination in the management of clients with a life-limiting illness.
- Demonstrated ability to maximise productive working relationships with a range of health skilled disciplines, and service providers across practice settings.
- Proven ability to apply contemporary leadership and educational principles to a clinical setting.
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. 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 natural beauty and a lifestyle that supports health careers and meaningful community impact.
Details of appointment
Fixed term, part time, shift worker position, up to 40 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for twelve (12) months. Permanent, part time, shift worker position, up to 64 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Hours are negotiable 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 vacancies.
Salary and benefits
Salary: $114,851 to $121,886 per annum (Pro rata). Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
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 packaging for a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, plus other eligible benefits.
Benefits available to eligible candidates include:
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for a low weekly fee for you and your family.
More information about Employee Benefits can be found here.
Eligibility
Essential criteria:
- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
- Current Driver’s Licence
Desirable criteria: Holds or is working towards a relevant postgraduate qualification.
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.
Download documents
Statement of Duties and associated documents: Clinical Nurse Consultant Palliative Care.docx
Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide.docx
How to apply
Apply online. Click the Apply button on this screen to answer important questions. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.
More information
For further information, contact the designated person for vacancy details.
Nadine Clarke
Nurse Unit Manager - Specialist Palliative Care Community Service
Phone:
Email:
What it is like working at the Department of Health
Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. Tasmania offers a supportive environment for health professionals and a balanced lifestyle.
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📌 Clinical Nurse Consultant - Palliative Care (505563Multiple
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 Hobart