Overview
The Team: The Nursing Director Sub Acute and Ambulatory Care Services is a senior leadership role within the Launceston General Hospital Department of Medicine.
The Role: Provide effective leadership and management of the nursing staff and services and set strategic direction within the Department of Medicine - Sub Acute and Ambulatory Care Service Division of the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) in consultation with the Clinical Director - Department of Medicine.
You will need:
* In conjunction with the Executive Director Operations & Performance lead the delivery of clinical governance systems to achieve and promote the highest standards of service delivery, quality improvement and risk management strategies.
* Direct the operational activities of designated clinical services consistent with Agency objectives and provide effective leadership, coordination and direction for the management of the human, financial and material resources to achieve these objectives.
* Assist in the development and application of clinical management policies, protocols and guidelines that will enable the evaluation of services against best practice standards.
* Provide leadership and direction in the areas of research/education, continuous quality improvement and innovative redesign.
* Manage clinical and corporate risk within the established framework while ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
* Support Nurse Unit Managers to facilitate a range of initiatives to enhance the quality of patient care in all areas of responsibility by providing a learning environment through mentoring, team development, individual capability development and managing performance.
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 natural beauty and a lifestyle that supports a strong health career in the public health system, with opportunities to connect with colleagues and patients and to experience Tasmania outside of work.
Details of appointment
Permanent, full time, day worker (with on-call) position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*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
$144,146 per annum. 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
Salary Packaging
You’ll have access to salary packaging a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits
* 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
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
Desirable criteria:
* Relevant Post Graduate Qualifications
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.
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
* 520666 Nursing Director - Sub Acute and Ambulatory Care Services G8-3 (Sept 2025) (1).docx
Application Guide
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.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 named contact for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Alex Smeaton
Position: Executive Director Operations & Performance - Hospitals North
Phone: 0499 794 824
Email: alexander.smeaton@ths.tas.gov.au
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