Details

Title: Registered Nurse - Paediatric

Location: North West Tasmania

Position Type: Multiple permanent full-time and part-time positions available. Shift worker (fully rotational), commencing as soon as possible. *hours can be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Salary: $80,524 to $109,175 per annum (pro rata) + 12% superannuation contribution.

Visa sponsorship and relocation support available for eligible UK/IE candidates.

The Position

Join the team in Wombat Ward at North West Regional Hospital and help deliver exceptional care to children and young people across Tasmania's North West. Wombat Ward is a 16-bed Level 3 paediatric inpatient unit caring for patients aged 0-17 years across:

• General Paediatrics
• Surgery
• Orthopaedics
• Mental Health

Working alongside experienced nurses, medical staff and allied health professionals, you'll be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and their families.

What You'll Do

• Deliver high-quality, family-centred paediatric nursing care.
• Support children and families throughout their healthcare journey.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Maintain clinical documentation and patient records.
• Contribute to quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Support and mentor students and junior staff.

The Location

With stunning beaches, national parks, affordable housing and short commutes, North West Tasmania offers an incredible lifestyle while allowing you to build a rewarding paediatric nursing career.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a compassionate and capable Registered Nurse who is committed to delivering safe, high-quality care to children, young people and their families.

You will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Current knowledge of nursing principles, procedures and practices, and the ability to apply them in line with relevant legislation and the NMBA Registered Nurse Standards for Practice.
• Strong clinical assessment, decision-making and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to safe, patient-centred care.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Flexibility to work across a fully rotational roster and support service delivery as required.
• Working with Children Check/Registration
• Postgraduate qualifications in Paediatric Nursing (desirable)

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship available for eligible UK/IE candidates.
• Salary packaging of up to $9,010 living expenses and $2,650 meal entertainment
• Relocation support of up to $10,000 interstate or $15,000 overseas for eligible applicants
• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type
• Ongoing professional development and accelerated career pathways
• Study leave and professional development support
• Fitness Passport access for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support

About Skilled Nursing

Skilled Nursing is a nursing division within Skilled Medical Pty Ltd, a leader in international health and Medical Recruitment placement for short-term and permanent roles.

Skilled Medical is a doctor-led company with 15 years of industry experience, and is an international Medical Recruitment agency that helps qualified medical professionals with their career in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

With local offices located in Melbourne and London, we provide a personalised service to assist Nurses like yourself in finding their next role within the healthcare industry.

To Apply

By clicking on 'Apply Now' you will register your interest to work. Once your CV/Resume has been received, a Recruitment Consultant will be in touch.

To speak to our Nursing Team directly and discuss this opportunity, please email your enquiry/CV to Kate Kenny at [email protected] or call us on 1300 444 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Nursing has a wide range of short term contract and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 444 100, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Cancer Care (526569)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth

Northern Cancer Services

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

Position details

The Team

The North West Cancer Centre, Burnie, provides comprehensive specialist outpatient Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Clinical Haematology Services to the North West Tasmanian Community. The NWCC is affiliated with the Northern Cancer Service, situated in the North West Regional Hospital complex and provides direct access to a range of medical, surgical and hospital services required to deliver quality, person-centred cancer care.

The Role

The Clinical Nurse Consultant – Cancer Care Coordinator provides specialised, evidence-based clinical leadership and expert nursing care to patients diagnosed with cancer. The role is integral to ensuring safe, coordinated and patient-centred care from the time of diagnosis through to treatment. The Cancer Care Coordinator utilises advanced clinical knowledge, specialised oncology expertise and strong communication and coordination skills to support patients and their families throughout their cancer journey. This includes providing comprehensive clinical assessment, education and psychosocial support; facilitating timely access to appropriate services; coordinating multidisciplinary care; and assisting patients to navigate complex health systems and treatment pathways. Nurse Consultant works collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to promote continuity of care and ensure that care is responsive to the individual needs, preferences and circumstances of each patient.

You will need

• Extensive experience as a registered nurse with demonstrated advanced competence in contemporary cancer care nursing, coordination and management with awareness and understanding that ensures optimal patient care/outcomes across the health continuum.
• Undertake comprehensive clinical assessment of patients, identifying physical, psychosocial, emotional, educational and supportive care needs.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal communication, both written and verbal, mediation and conflict resolution skills and a proven ability to educate, influence and be credible to a range of health professionals and consumers.
• Well developed and strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate within an inter- disciplinary team and to consult, refer, liaise and negotiate on complex professional, clinical service and health systems issues.

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 position, working 32 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

$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

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
• other eligibility outlined in the application guide

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant post graduate qualifications in cancer care coordination/nursing
• Current Driver’s 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.

Statement of Duties:

• Clinical Nurse Consultant - Cancer Care G6

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: Kristen Lovatt

Position: Nurse Unit Manager

Phone number:6493 6074

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.

Apply now

Registered Nurse - Clinical Coach (534182)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW

North West Regional Hospital

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

Position details

The Team:

The North West Regional Hospital- Intensive Care Unit are seeking dedicated and suitably experienced Critical Care Nurses to join the team and work in a Clinical Coach position.

ICU is a specialized area that requires skilled staff to care for critically unwell patients requiring organ support via ventilation, continuous renal replacement therapy and haemodynamic support. The Unit has a case mix of primarily adult patients but also cares for paediatric patients requiring ICU level support. A MET and Code Blue service is also provided to the NWRH and adjoining NWPH.

The Role:

The Clinical Coach is a senior clinical critical care nurse who combines clinical expertise with education and leadership skills to develop novice nurses in the critical care setting. The role focuses on clinical supervision, coaching, competency assessment, professional development, and promoting safe, evidence-based practice while working closely with the ICU Nurse Unit Manager and education team to build workforce capability and improve patient outcomes. The role will mainly entail an 'at the bedside educator and professional development lead' who helps transition novice and less experienced nurses into competent, confident clinicians while supporting service quality and workforce retention. Application of clinical knowledge, skills , problem solving and critical thinking will also be key to this role.

Key Capability Areas

• Precepting & Mentoring
• Competency Assessment
• Clinical Education
• Leadership & Workforce Development
• Quality & Safety
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Communication & Collaboration

You will need:

• Current knowledge of, and the ability to apply nursing/midwifery principles, procedures, and evidence-based practices in the delivery of patient/client care in a relevant clinical setting and in line with legal requirements, the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), Registered Nurse or Midwife Standards for Practice and other relevant professional standards.
• Demonstrated ability to use clinical coaching principles to support professional and clinical development of novice nurses and midwives.
• Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership to support the nursing or midwifery management team, and to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proven interpersonal, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills, and the ability to provide positive and constructive feedback to novices.

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:

Multiple permanent part time, shift worker position, 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:

$102,439 to $109,175 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

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 $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 or a Registered Midwife

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Minimum of 4 years clinical experience in the relevant practice setting.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications appropriate to the clinical area.
• Membership with the relevant professional organisation (e.g.: Australian College of Nursing, Australian College of Midwives, ACORN, ACCCN).

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:

• Registered Nurse-Midwife - Clinical Coach G4

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.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Trudy Segger

Position:

Phone number: (03) 6464 1019

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