Job title: Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) – Nurse Staffing and Support
Company: Tasmanian Government
Job description: The role:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Manager for Staffing and Support to join our Integrated Operations Centre team. This pivotal role involves overseeing a large and diverse group of healthcare workers including nurses, midwives, Assistants in Nursing (AINs), Care Assistants, Ward Aides and administrative staff.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring high-quality patient care, optimising daily staffing operations across the service and fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
This position demands strong organisational and problem-solving skills, as it involves acting in a leadership role and managing workplace activities such as human resources, quality improvement, project management, and practice development.
You’ll be:
- Well supported by a dedicated team of Associate Nurse Unit Managers and Clinical Coaches who report to the NUM and support in daily operations.
Joining a strong team culture that fosters collaboration, professional growth, and mutual support among all staff members. * Working closely with other senior IOC staff to optimise patient flow though effective staffing, ensuring efficient and coordinated care delivery across all services.
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, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours may 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 and part time vacancies.
Salary: $126,411 – $132,325 per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
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.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Post Graduate Allowance of up to 7.5% based on qualification type
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $500 per annum
Salary range is in accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023.
Eligibility:
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: * Relevant post graduate qualifications
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: * Conviction checks in the following areas:
- crimes of violence
- sex related offences
- serious drug offences
- crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
How to Apply
Apply Online. Please click the “Apply” button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note:
- We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
- All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
Statement of Duties
Applicant Guide
For more information (Contact Officer)
Veronica Woodward
Position: Assistant Director of Nursing – Staffing and Support RHH Integrated Operations Centre
Phone: 0499 978 505
E-mail:
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The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
Expected salary: $126411 – 132325 per year
Location: Australia
Job date: Wed, 13 Mar 2024 05:18:44 GMT
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