Project Nurse - Strategic Support and InnovationRespecting 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.The Role:Provide leadership and coordination of projects, programs, innovation and research activities designed to improve nursing engagement and performance and standards of patient/client care in the North West region of Tasmania.Provide support and assistance to the Executive Director of Nursing/Midwifery - North West (EDONM) and the North West Nursing Midwifery Executive in the review and development of North West Nursing Division strategic direction, policies and protocols.Work collaboratively and innovatively with the Nursing Director – Excellence in Care and Culture (ND ECC) to build on workforce reputation, engagement, recognition and service innovation.Identify emerging trends and development opportunities within practice areas.The Team:Working with like-minded nursing and midwifery professionals, the Project Nurse – Strategic Support and Innovation will progress the strategic direction and priorities of the Nursing Division of the North West. As part of the Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery Office, and working collaboratively with the Hospitals North West Executive leadership team, this role has a direct and significant impact on Hospitals and Primary Care North West outcomes.Details of appointment:Permanent, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 2 December 2024.*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.Salary: $111,506 to $118,336 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023 and Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Interim Agreement 2013.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.In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum.Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.Benefit available to eligible candidates:Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees.Professional development and accelerated pathways.Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.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.Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse. Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee's responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change.Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check.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, Excellent are the key values to work in in Department of Health. Listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful Nurses and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!#J-18808-Ljbffr