Position Overview
The Acute Pain Service is a speciality unit within the Department of Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine (DAPM). The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) – Acute Pain Service works as part of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, under the indirect supervision of the Clinical Nurse Consultant and the Deputy Director Staff Management, DAPM.
Responsibilities
* Responsible for the planning and coordination of the daily acute pain management round to ensure efficient and effective service delivery, optimal use of staff, equipment and consumables, and the improvement of healthcare outcomes for patients reviewed by the Acute Pain Service.
* Contributes to the ongoing development of Acute Pain Service education programs and delivers education in acute pain management to nurses and junior medical staff within the Hospitals South.
* Undertakes quality improvement and clinical research activities and initiates strategies for change that contribute to continuous improvement and the application of evidence-based practice.
Requirements
* Advanced level of knowledge and skills in acute pain management nursing, combined with demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant professional governing body guidelines and standards.
* Demonstrated advanced interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication with evidence of effective working relationships as well as the ability to prevent and manage conflict.
* Ability to identify the learning needs of patients and staff in relation to acute pain management and the skills to develop, deliver and evaluate education activities that will meet those needs.
Position Features
* The Acute Pain Service provides a seven-day service; occupants will be required to take part in the weekend roster.
Details of Appointment
Fixed term, part time, shift worker position, working 40 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of up to ten (10) months. Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Salary and Packaging
$109,767 to $115,813 per annum (Pro rata). Employer 12% superannuation contribution on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
* Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.
You'll have access to a salary package including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
* 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.
Eligibility
* Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
Desirable Criteria
* Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate qualifications.
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