Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
Hospitals Sth - Medical & Cancer Servs

Applications must be submitted by Monday 26 October, :55 PM

Monday 26 October, :55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5

$109,767 to $115,813 per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time, Permanent, part-time

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

The Rapid Assessment Medical Unit (RAMU) at the Royal Hobart Hospital is a medical short-stay (up to 72 hours) inpatient unit. Care is provided by an interdisciplinary team including a Consultant-led Medical home team, a Nursing team with specialist support from the General Medical Clinical Nurse Consultant, senior Allied Health professionals, and other services or supports as required.

The Team

The Rapid Assessment Medical Unit (RAMU) at the Royal Hobart Hospital is a medical short-stay (up to 72 hours) inpatient unit. Care is provided by an interdisciplinary team including a Consultant-led Medical home team, a Nursing team with specialist support from the General Medical Clinical Nurse Consultant, senior Allied Health professionals, and other services or supports as required. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role

The ANUM works in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and other senior staff, to ensure the efficient and effective provision of care based on best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework, assisting the NUM with the planning and management of staff and resources and provides operational leadership through the coordination of the day to day patient care activities, including patient flow.

You will need

• Demonstrated clinical experience in the relevant practice area, with the capacity to provide clinical leadership, exercise professional judgement and initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to understand the business of the unit/service in delivering the best outcomes within available resources, including a demonstrated understanding of patient flow principles and discharge planning in the pursuit of patient/client goals within a contemporary healthcare framework.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the evaluation, innovation and development of services provided by the unit/service and the review of clinical practice policy, procedures and protocols.

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 part time, shift worker position, working 56 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Fixed term part time, shift worker position working 32 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months.

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.

$109,767 to $115,813 per annum (pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

Salary Packaging

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.

Benefits available to eligible candidate

• 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. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

• other eligibility outlined in the application guide

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate qualifications

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents What 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!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

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.

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time, Permanent, part-time

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

The Rapid Assessment Medical Unit (RAMU) at the Royal Hobart Hospital is a medical short-stay (up to 72 hours) inpatient unit. Care is provided by an interdisciplinary team including a Consultant-led Medical home team, a Nursing team with specialist support from the General Medical Clinical Nurse Consultant, senior Allied Health professionals, and other services or supports as required.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5

$109,767 to $115,813 per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time, Permanent, part-time

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

The Rapid Assessment Medical Unit (RAMU) at the Royal Hobart Hospital is a medical short-stay (up to 72 hours) inpatient unit. Care is provided by an interdisciplinary team including a Consultant-led Medical home team, a Nursing team with specialist support from the General Medical Clinical Nurse Consultant, senior Allied Health professionals, and other services or supports as required.

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Medical and Cancer Services (528477)

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
Hospitals Sth - Medical & Cancer Servs

Applications must be submitted by Monday 19 October, :55 PM

Monday 19 October, :55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

Join K10W at the Royal Hobart Hospital as a Clinical Nurse Consultant and play a key leadership role within a specialist respiratory and acute medicine unit. Working alongside the Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide advanced clinical expertise, support staff development, lead quality improvement initiatives and contribute to innovative, patient-centred models of care. This is an exciting opportunity to influence clinical practice, strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration and improve outcomes for patients across a diverse range of medical specialties.

The Team

Ward K10W is a 30-bed specialist respiratory and acute medicine unit located in K Block at the Royal Hobart Hospital. The ward provides care for patients across a diverse range of specialties, including respiratory medicine, acute general medicine, infectious diseases and eating disorders. K10W also works closely with the Tasmanian Eating Disorder Service and Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania to support the delivery of coordinated, specialised care

Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania's largest hospital tertiary referral centre. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role

The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) on K10W will:

• Provide expert clinical leadership and advice to support safe, contemporary and evidence-based nursing practice on K10W.
• Work closely with the Nurse Unit Manager to build a positive team culture and support innovation, professional practice and clinical excellence.
• Provide advanced clinical support and consultation for complex patients and assist staff with clinical decision-making and multidisciplinary care coordination.
• Lead education, teaching and professional development, in collaboration with the clinical coach to build the capability and confidence of K10W nursing staff.
• Lead and support quality improvement, patient safety and risk management initiatives, including Nursing Sensitive Indicators and clinical standards.
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of clinical guidelines, procedures, pathways and new models of care relevant to K10W.
• Promote a strong culture of continuous improvement, multidisciplinary collaboration and patient-centred care across the unit.

You will need

• Extensive experience as a Registered Nurse within medical and cancer services or relevant areas, with the ability to apply advanced clinical expertise and promote best practice principles in the care of medical and respiratory patients.
• High-level organisational, independent decision-making and problem-solving skills, including the demonstrated ability to effectively work autonomously to achieve specified outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to apply principles of clinical risk management, quality improvement, nursing research and professional practice to the clinical setting.

Details of appointment

Permanent part time, day worker, working 64 hours per fortnight, as soon as possible start.

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.

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with 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

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• 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. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

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:

• Holds, or is working towards a relevant postgraduate qualification

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview

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.

What 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!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

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.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

Join K10W at the Royal Hobart Hospital

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

Join K10W at the Royal Hobart Hospital

Registered Nurse (508748L1)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth

Hospitals Sth - Medical & Cancer Servs

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 15 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

The Team

Join the Royal Hobart Hospital Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (Cath Lab), Southern Tasmania's tertiary referral centre for adult cardiac services.

This is an exciting time to join our team as we expand our service with the development of a second state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory. This significant investment will increase our capacity to deliver life-changing cardiac care and support the future healthcare needs of our community.

Our specialised team delivers a broad range of diagnostic and interventional cardiology procedures, including coronary angiography, PCI, electrophysiology, cardiac device implantation and structural heart interventions. Supported by a 24-hour emergency and Code STEMI service, you'll work alongside cardiologists, cardiac technicians and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals committed to excellence in patient care.

The Role

As a Registered Nurse in the Cath Lab, you'll provide specialised nursing care across all stages of cardiac procedures, from patient assessment and preparation through to procedural support and recovery.

Working in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, you'll undertake Cath Lab roles including scrub, scout/circulating and procedural sedation support, while contributing to safe, efficient and patient-centred care. You'll also participate in emergency cardiac response pathways and on-call services as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.

The Position

The Cath Lab Nurse is responsible for:

• Delivering nursing care across the pre‑procedural, intra‑procedural, and post‑procedural phases of cardiac investigations and interventions.
• Performing Cath Lab roles including scrub nursing, circulating/scout duties, and nurse‑led procedural sedation, within scope of practice.
• Supporting a broad range of procedures, including diagnostic coronary angiography, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology studies, cardiac device implantation, and structural heart procedures.
• Monitoring haemodynamic status and responding promptly to clinical deterioration or procedural complications.
• Maintaining compliance with infection prevention, sterile technique, radiation safety, and clinical governance standards.
• Contributing to efficient workflow, case management, and optimal use of Cath Lab resources.
• Communicating effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team to support safe and coordinated care.
• Regularly participates in emergency and on‑call services as required, including time‑critical cardiac response pathways.
• Contributing to education, quality improvement, and service development activities within the Cath Lab.

You will need

• A minimum of three (3) years clinical experience working in cardiology or a comparable acute care setting (e.g. coronary care, intensive care, emergency department, or other high acuity clinical environments).
• A minimum of five (5) years post graduate nursing experience, demonstrating progressive development of clinical knowledge, skills, and critical thinking.
• Demonstrated experience in the assessment, monitoring, and management of acutely unwell and clinically deteriorating patients.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams in fast paced clinical environments is highly desirable.

Desirable Skills

• ECG interpretation and cardiac rhythm recognition.
• Advanced haemodynamic monitoring skills.
• Experience in Cath Lab, interventional cardiology or other procedural environments.
• Knowledge of radiation safety principles and nurse-led procedural sedation.
• Current or working towards BLS and ALS certification.
• Competency in peripheral IV cannulation.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and quality improvement.

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.

Location

Hobart, Tasmania

Details of appointment

Multiple, permanent, full time and part time, day worker positions, working up to 76 hours 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

$80,524 to $109,175 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withNurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

Access to the Grade 4 salary range $102,439- $109,175 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4

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 package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development 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. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

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.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Registered Nurse G3-G4 (July 2023) CSU

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply:

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 Experienceand Desirable Skills as they relate to the information in this advertisement.

Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*International candidates are encouraged to apply

*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.

Mandy Burley

Nurse Unit Manager

(03) 6166 8703

[email protected]

What 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!

Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian

One Health Podcast - Spotify

One Health Podcast - Apple

Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian

Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

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.

Apply now

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Medical and Cancer Services (528477)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth

Hospitals Sth - Medical & Cancer Servs

Applications must be submitted by Monday 19 October, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

The Team

Ward K10W is a 30-bed specialist respiratory and acute medicine unit located in K Block at the Royal Hobart Hospital. The ward provides care for patients across a diverse range of specialties, including respiratory medicine, acute general medicine, infectious diseases and eating disorders. K10W also works closely with the Tasmanian Eating Disorder Service and Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania to support the delivery of coordinated, specialised care

Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania’s largest hospital tertiary referral centre. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role

The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) on K10W will:

• Provide expert clinical leadership and advice to support safe, contemporary and evidence-based nursing practice on K10W.
• Work closely with the Nurse Unit Manager to build a positive team culture and support innovation, professional practice and clinical excellence.
• Provide advanced clinical support and consultation for complex patients and assist staff with clinical decision-making and multidisciplinary care coordination.
• Lead education, teaching and professional development, in collaboration with the clinical coach to build the capability and confidence of K10W nursing staff.
• Lead and support quality improvement, patient safety and risk management initiatives, including Nursing Sensitive Indicators and clinical standards.
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of clinical guidelines, procedures, pathways and new models of care relevant to K10W.
• Promote a strong culture of continuous improvement, multidisciplinary collaboration and patient-centred care across the unit.

You will need

• Extensive experience as a Registered Nurse within medical and cancer services or relevant areas, with the ability to apply advanced clinical expertise and promote best practice principles in the care of medical and respiratory patients.
• High-level organisational, independent decision-making and problem-solving skills, including the demonstrated ability to effectively work autonomously to achieve specified outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to apply principles of clinical risk management, quality improvement, nursing research and professional practice to the clinical setting.

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 part time, day worker, working 64 hours per fortnight, as soon as possible start.

*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

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withNurses 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

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• 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. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

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:

• Holds, or is working towards a relevant postgraduate qualification

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.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Clinical Nurse Consultant - Medical and Cancer Services

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply:

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.

Name: Andrew Hickman

Position: Nurse Unit Manager

Phone number: 0419989703

Email address: [email protected]

What 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!

Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian

One Health Podcast - Spotify

One Health Podcast - Apple

Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian

Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

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.

Apply now

Registered Nurse - Cardiology Research (600158)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth

Hospitals Sth - Medical & Cancer Servs

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 18 October, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

The Team

The Cardiology Research Clinical Trials Team is a highly collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team based within the Royal Hobart Hospital Cardiology Service. The team works closely with Cardiologists, Research Nurses, Clinical Trial Coordinators, patients, sponsors, and external research partners to deliver local, national, and international clinical trials. We are committed to excellence in patient-centred care, innovation, quality improvement, and the generation of new evidence that shapes future cardiology practice. Our team fosters a culture of professional development, continuous learning, open communication, and collaboration, providing an exciting opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge cardiovascular research while making a meaningful difference to the lives of Tasmanians

The Role

The Cardiology Research Department/Clinical Trials is seeking an enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join our dedicated research team. In this role, you will coordinate and support a broad range of cardiology clinical trials and research projects, contributing to advancements in cardiovascular care and improved patient outcomes. Working under the guidance of Principal Investigators, you will identify and recruit eligible participants, coordinate study visits, collect and manage clinical and research data, maintain study records and databases, and ensure research activities are conducted in accordance with study protocols, ethical requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory standards. This is a unique opportunity to combine advanced clinical knowledge with research practice while contributing to innovative therapies and evidence-based healthcare.

You will need

• Current knowledge of, and the demonstrated ability to apply, nursing principles, procedures and practices in the delivery of patient/client care in a designated practice area and in line with legal requirements and the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical competence, relevant experience in clinical research activities including documentation and data collection skills and ability to apply the principles of nursing care to the research project activities.
• Knowledge of the legal requirements, relevant policies and procedures in relation to research and the practice 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. 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 part time, day worker position, working 44 hours per fortnight, from the 2nd of November 2026

*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

$80,524 to $109,175 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withNurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

Access to the Grade 4 salary range $102,439- $109,175 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4

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 package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• 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. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

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.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Registered Nurse - Cardiology Research G3-4 (Aug 2024) CSU

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply:

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.

Name: Cathy McIntosh

Position: Clinical Trials Co-ordinator

Phone number:6166 7881

Email address: [email protected]

What 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!

Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian

One Health Podcast - Spotify

One Health Podcast - Apple

Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian

Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

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.

Apply now

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Healthcare Redesign (527235)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth

Hospitals Sth - Medical & Cancer Servs

Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 21 October, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

The Team

Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania’s largest hospital, and the Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit within the RHH is the tertiary referral centre for all cardiothoracic surgery in Tasmania. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

Medical and Cancer Services provide contemporary inpatient and outpatient health care services including Cancer Services, Acute Medicine, Subspecialty Medicine (Gastroenterology, Renal, Rheumatology, Neurology, Endocrinology), Respiratory, Ambulatory Care Services and Cardiology.

The CNC Healthcare Redesign provides expert leadership, project management skills and evidence-based health care improvement approaches to improve patient care within MaCS and facilitate consumer engagement and health professional consultation, for the development and implementation of meaningful and sustainable change across the health service.

The Role

• Lead healthcare redesign project work, addressing upcoming trends in the environment by undertaking specialised research to ensure a structured and person-centred approach for improving local healthcare processes, services, and performance.
• Undertake problem identification, data collection and solutions development, through the utilisation of Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints methodologies.
• Collaborate with patients and multidisciplinary teams to design, develop and test solutions to improve service quality.
• Identify and lead the evaluation of nursing practice standards and policies within the specialist area to optimise and promote improved health outcomes for patients.
• Foster a culture of quality and safety within the health service through the promotion of evidenced-based practice and identification of areas for quality improvement, undertaking clinical research activities to improve service delivery.

You will need

• Highly developed knowledge, skill and expertise in contemporary nursing practices and healthcare redesign methodology, with recent clinical experience, or a demonstrated interest in the Medical and Cancer Services stream. Proven ability to effectively lead healthcare redesign projects and undertake the evaluation of services, with the capacity to review clinical practice policy, procedure, and protocols.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the demonstrated capacity to build and maintain effective networks and apply negotiation and conflict resolution skills to engage, influence and persuade a broad range of stakeholders. High-level organisational skills, with the ability to problem solve and apply principles of clinical risk management and quality improvement to the clinical setting.
• Extensive research and analytical skills including the ability to exercise initiative in gathering, preparing, evaluating and interpreting data, reports and submissions.

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

Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date until 24 October 2027.

*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

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withNurses 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

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• 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. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

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:

• Postgraduate qualification in clinical redesign or healthcare redesign

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.

Statement of Duties:

• 527235 Clinical Nurse Consultant - Healthcare Redesign Grade 6 (November 2023) CSU.docx

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply:

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.

Name: Colin Banks

Position: Nursing Director - Medical and Cancer Services

Phone number: (03) 6166 6738

Email address: [email protected]

What 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!

Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian

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Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian

Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

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.

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Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) (526675L7)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth

Hospitals Sth - Medical & Cancer Servs

Applications must be submitted by Monday 26 October, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

The Team

The Rapid Assessment Medical Unit (RAMU) at the Royal Hobart Hospital is a medical short-stay (up to 72 hours) inpatient unit. Care is provided by an interdisciplinary team including a Consultant-led Medical home team, a Nursing team with specialist support from the General Medical Clinical Nurse Consultant, senior Allied Health professionals, and other services or supports as required. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role

The ANUM works in partnership with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and other senior staff, to ensure the efficient and effective provision of care based on best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework, assisting the NUM with the planning and management of staff and resources and provides operational leadership through the coordination of the day to day patient care activities, including patient flow.

You will need

• Demonstrated clinical experience in the relevant practice area, with the capacity to provide clinical leadership, exercise professional judgement and initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to understand the business of the unit/service in delivering the best outcomes within available resources, including a demonstrated understanding of patient flow principles and discharge planning in the pursuit of patient/client goals within a contemporary healthcare framework.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the evaluation, innovation and development of services provided by the unit/service and the review of clinical practice policy, procedures and protocols.

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 part time, shift worker position, working 56 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Fixed term part time, shift worker position working 32 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months.

*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

$109,767 to $115,813 per annum (pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withNurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

Salary Packaging

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.

Benefits available to eligible candidate

• 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. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
• other eligibility outlined in the application guide

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate qualifications

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.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) G5

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply:

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.

Name: Jess Mitchell

Position: Nurse Unit Manager - Rapid Assessment Medical Unit

Email address: [email protected]

What 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!

Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian

One Health Podcast - Spotify

One Health Podcast - Apple

Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian

Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

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.

Apply now