Nursing Director

Nursing Director - Intermediate Care ) Department of HealthHospitals & Primary CareHPC - Outpatient Transformation Project Applications must be submitted by Sunday 07 December, :55 PM Sunday 7 December, :55 PM AEST Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 9, Level 1 $177,412 per annum Employment type: Permanent, full-time Region: South Location: 89 Cambridge Park Drive Permanent Role - We are seeking a suitably qualified Nursing Director - Intermediate Care to join the Hospital and Primary Care unit. Tasmania's intermediate care model provides a range of services and different levels of care for different patient cohorts. Through the delivery of intermediate care services, our team are bridging the gap between primary healthcare and hospitals, ensuring that patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the right place. This model of care benefits patients, community and primary care and the health system. The Role: The Nursing Director – Intermediate Care is: Accountable and reports to the Executive Director of Nursing & Services, Home & Community, and operates under broad direction. Operates autonomously and exercises considerable initiative and professional judgment across the spectrum of responsibilities, as well as to judge when to seek advice or direction. Expected to maintain currency of knowledge in the area of responsibility to enable the identification and realisation of objectives in line with the Department of Health Strategic priorities. You will need: Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic policy direction based on high level political, organisational and social awareness, utilising high level strategic, conceptual, analytical and creative skills. Demonstrated high level communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, including demonstrated ability to liaise and negotiate complex and sensitive issues effectively. Proven leadership qualities including demonstrated high levels of adaptability and flexibility. 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. Additionally, 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 unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work. Details of appointment: Permanent, full time, day worker working 76hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible *notwithstanding hours to 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, part time, and casual vacancies. Salary: $177,412 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordancewithNurses 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 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. More information about our Employee Benefits can be foundhere 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: Current Drivers Licence Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. *Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Executive Director of Nursing and Services, Home & Community Applications Close: Sunday 7 December 2025 at 11:55pmWhat it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements. Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions. 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