The Team:
The Correctional Primary Health Service (CPHS) is part of the Tasmanian Health Service and provides primary healthcare to people in custody in Tasmania. We care for up to 800 people at a time, making us the largest primary healthcare provider in the state. Patient before prisoner.

Our team includes doctors, nurses, mental health specialists and other health professionals who work together to address both physical and mental health needs. We are dedicated to helping people in custody stay healthy and dignified and we focus on education, prevention and rehabilitation. We work with other services to ensure smooth care transitions when people are released from custody.

By collaborating and focusing on patient care, we support people’s' health and reintegration, aiming for a healthier, fairer society.

The Role:

We’re recruiting for multiple Correctional Primary Health Nurses (full-time and part-time) to provide compassionate care to inmates in Tasmanian prisons. Our nurses practice every aspect of nursing and provide person-centred care in all aspects of primary health. We provide assessments, practice acute and chronic care, mental health care, medication management, respond to emergencies and provide education and support to inmates so they can maintain and improve their health.

This role could interest you if you are a registered nurse who:

• Is passionate about health education and health promotion.
• Wants to practice and learn a wide range of skills (acute skills, mental health skills, emergency care).
• Is interested in taking ownership and having a big say on the care you provide.
• Wants to provide care to a vulnerable cohort of Tasmanians with varying ill-health.
• Wants a role where you can learn, grow and challenge yourself professionally.
• Wants to relocate Tasmania and experience what we have to offer (we offer relocation bonuses and support – contact us for more info).

Find out more about the team and the role (including what we do day-to-day) and ask any questions you have at our online information sessions; 24 & 25 March: Click here to register your interest.

You will need:

1. Current knowledge of, and the ability to apply nursing principles, procedures and practices in the delivery of patient/client care in a designated practice area and in line with legal requirements and the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse.
2. Sound interpersonal and communication skills, including written skills and the ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
3. Knowledge of continuous quality improvement (safety and quality) and the application of evidence based practice in the practice setting.

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, full time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working 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: $78,179 to $105,995 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

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.

Correctional Allowances:

• Correctional allowance of 6.5%

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• 12-hour shift allowance of 16.75%.
• Free Parking. Unlimited and free parking and avoid peak hour traffic.
• Professional development and structured professional development pathway. Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• 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.
• Work-Life Balance: More days off than on.

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:

• Registered Nurse - Correctional Primary Health Services G3-4.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 Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Ben Dobson
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
(03) 6166 1244
[email protected]

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