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The Team:The Mersey Community Hospital, located on the North West Coast, provides quality general and specialist healthcare services to the local community.This position supports the infection prevention and control team, focusing primarily on staff education regarding personal protective equipment and infection control protocols and policies.The Clinical Nurse Educator operates with a high degree of autonomy, guided by the Assistant Director of Nursing - Education and Research and/or the Executive Director of Nursing/Midwifery.The Person:Are you passionate about developing people? Do you understand contemporary adult and workplace learning principles?We seek someone capable of building productive relationships with staff and education providers. A confident nurse with excellent clinical skills and an understanding of ongoing education needs in a healthcare setting is essential.Your top-notch communication skills are vital for influencing, inspiring, and conveying clear messages.You should be able to design, develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs for nursing and midwifery staff to support their competencies now and in the future.The Role:The Clinical Nurse Educator, with guidance from senior management, will:Develop, implement, and evaluate infection control education programs.Promote and facilitate workforce planning in infection control.Build capacity for quality improvement activities alongside the IPC team to address unwarranted clinical variation.Consult with healthcare teams to ensure safe, quality patient care in line with IPC policies, practices, and legal requirements.Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria to address in your application.Why Tasmania:Tasmania''s Department of Health oversees various hospitals and healthcare services across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, along with community health, mental health, and primary healthcare sites.Tasmania offers stunning natural beauty and a relaxed lifestyle. Working in Tasmanias public health system means building strong professional relationships and enjoying a rich lifestyle outside of work, making a meaningful community impact.Details of appointment:This is a permanent, full-time, day shift position, working 76 hours per fortnight, with the start date flexible to the successful applicant.Note: The selection process may be used for similar vacancies for twelve months after the initial posting.Salary: $114,851 to $121,886 per annum, plus a 11.5% superannuation contribution.Additional allowances based on qualifications and experience may apply, including a Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10%.Salary Packaging:Access to salary packaging benefits, including living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 for meal entertainment annually, among others.Benefits for eligible candidates:Relocation assistance, professional development opportunities, leave entitlements, and Fitness Passport access.Eligibility:Must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.Desirable qualifications include a relevant educational tertiary qualification, an IPC qualification or working towards it, and a current drivers license.Refer to the Application Guide for pre-employment checks and application instructions.How to apply:Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button and submitting your experience and skills related to the Statement of Duties. A separate response for the selection criteria is not necessary.For more information:Contact Michele Coghlan, Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery, at 03 64785275 or thsnw.edonm@ths.tas.gov.au.What it is like working at the Department of Health:Our values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Hear from staff about their experiences and reasons to relocate to Tasmania through various media and programs.We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ community members, and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr