Enrolled Nurse (517550) in Launceston

The Launceston General Hospital is Tasmania's second largest hospital with a busy elective and emergency service utilising 9 main Operating Theatres. The LGH works closely with the University of Tasmania and is a major clinical teaching and research centre. All our services work closely together to deliver excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, workforce and the Tasmanian community guided by our CARE values.

Enrolled Nurses within the Operating Room Suite work across the domains of Instrument and Circulating, with an option of Anaesthetics to provide elective and emergency care to patients across multiple specialty areas.

The Operating Room Suite is a dynamic environment requiring the successful applicant to prioritise tasks, adapt and respond to changing situations. 12 months Operating Room experience within the past 3 years is desirable.

Details of appointment: Multiple permanent full time and part time, shift worker positions, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 22 March 2026. Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Salary: $73,109 to $80,524 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: Post Graduate Allowance of up to 7.5% based on qualification type.

Benefits available to eligible candidates include:

• 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
• Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities.

Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as an Enrolled Nurse (holds a board-approved qualification in administration of medicines).

Desirable criteria include:

• Minimum 12 months Operating Room experience within the last 3 years.
• Minimum 3 years Operating Room experience within the last 5 years.
• Attainment of Post Graduation Certificate, or greater, in the area of Perioperative Nursing.
• Affiliation with Perioperative Nursing Body – Australian Council of Operation Room Nurses.

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 Nurse Unit Managers - Operating Room Suite.

Respecting 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.