At the Department of Health Tasmania, we are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities through the delivery of safe, high‑quality and sustainable health services. Guided by our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence — we place people at the centre of everything we do.
This role is based at North Eastern Soldiers Memorial Hospital (NESMH) in Scottsdale, one of eight district hospitals across Northern Tasmania. The successful applicant will work closely with fellow Directors of Nursing across the district hospitals as part of a collaborative leadership group, contributing to shared strategic goals, service sustainability and consistent, high-quality care across the region.
Scottsdale offers a strong, welcoming community and an enviable lifestyle, located within easy reach of Tasmania’s beautiful beaches and award‑winning golf courses making this an exceptional opportunity to combine professional leadership with lifestyle balance.
As Director of Nursing, you will provide senior clinical and operational leadership across emergency, subacute inpatient and community-based services within Hospitals North. Working in partnership with the Assistant Director of Nursing- Primary Health North and other senior leaders, you will lead the planning, coordination, delivery and evaluation of services to ensure they are responsive to community needs and aligned with Department of Health objectives.
Driven by a commitment to social justice and contemporary nursing practice, you will be responsible for the professional and clinical governance of nursing services within your area of responsibility. You will ensure services meet legislative, regulatory and accreditation standards while fostering a culture of quality improvement, safety and accountability.
In this role, you will manage and monitor human, financial and physical resources, ensuring their effective and efficient use. You will lead and support multidisciplinary teams, strengthen partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to service planning, policy development and organisational improvement initiatives.
You will play a key leadership role in promoting workforce capability and sustainability through professional development, performance management and the coordination of learning opportunities. By championing best practice, research and innovation, you will support the delivery of high‑quality care across rural and community-based health settings.
As a senior member of the clinical management group, you will provide high‑level professional advice, represent the Department on committees and working groups, and contribute to broader clinical and service delivery priorities.
This is a unique opportunity to lead nursing services within a diverse rural health environment, make a meaningful impact on community health outcomes, and contribute to the ongoing evolution of healthcare delivery across Northern Tasmania.
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.
Find about more about life in Northern Tasmania here
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker, position, working 76 hours per fortnight to commence as negotiated.
*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:
$142,632 per annum (Pro rata)
Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
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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:
Application Guide:
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.
*only Recruitment Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Stacey Higgins
Assistant Director of Nursing, Primary Health North
67774541
stacey.higgins@ths.tas.gov.au
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