Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NthLaunceston General HospitalApplications must be submitted by Wednesday 12 February, :55 PM Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 3-4$78,179 to $105,995 pro rata, per annum Employment type: Part Time Region: North Location: LGH Charles Street, LauncestonWe are seeking a Registered Nurse to strengthen health outcomes through the provision of safe quality, clinically appropriate nursing care in partnership with patients/clients, their families, and other health professionals.The Team:Launceston General Hospital Neonatal services have a fixed-term vacancy due to maternity leave. Ideally, we would be seeking a Registered Nurse with some neonatal experience in special care or neonatal intensive care but would welcome any registered nurse wanting to experience this area of nursing. We have an excellent supportive workplace, and everyone contributes and assists all staff.The Role:Involve patients/clients and their families/significant others in the planning and implementation of care.Interact effectively with patients'/clients' families and other health team members to facilitate the provision of optimum patient/client care.Develop, implement and evaluate teaching plans for patients/clients that meet their learning needs and facilitate informed decision making.Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.Details of appointment:Fixed term, part-time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working up to 64 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed date until 14 February 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: $78,179 to $105,995 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Access to the Grade 4 salary range $99,455- $105,995 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration.Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and 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.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, and Excellence are the key values to work in the 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 the Department of Health does. This allows us to instill 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. Agency: Department of Health