Job description

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Registered Nurse (514016L8)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth

Primary Health North

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

Position details

The Team

Join our dedicated nursing team on Flinders Island, where your expertise as a Registered Nurse will make a real difference in patients' lives. We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Hospitals & Primary Care network in the Northern region, with hours negotiable up to 76 hours per fortnight.

Flinders Island Multi-Purpose Centre:

Multipurpose facility with 24-hour emergency care, 5 sub-acute beds, 9 residential aged care beds, community nursing, day centre as well as visiting medical specialists and allied health.

Situated in the beautiful Furneaux Islands in off the North East coast of Tasmania, a place renowned for its untamed beauty, pristine beaches and unrivalled opportunities for outdoor pursuits.

Whether you love hiking, swimming, snorkelling, fishing, wildlife spotting or just wandering along a deserted beach at sunset, Flinders Island has something for you.

We are a family friendly workplace that values work life balance, encourages and supports career enhancement and growth.

Support for accommodation may be available

The Role

This role offers the chance to work in a supportive healthcare environment where your clinical skills and compassionate care contribute directly to positive patient outcomes. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values professional growth and work-life balance.

Provide high-quality nursing care across various hospital departments

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans

Monitor patient conditions and respond appropriately to changes

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed

Support patients and families through their healthcare journey

Maintain accurate patient records and documentation

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

You will need

Post graduate experience of a minimum of 2 years preferred

Knowledge and skills relating to both emergency and aged care nursing

An understanding of living and working in a remote setting

The ability to be highly flexible and adaptable

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, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date.

*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. 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.

Regional Allowances

District Allowances of up to $4,618 per annum for a family

Remote Professional Development Allowance of $4,062 per annum and an additional salary allowance of 10%

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 G3-G4 (July 2023) Age Care (0003).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: Mary Bushby

Position: Nurse Unit Manager

Phone number: 03 6359 0200

Email address:

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

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