This is a permanent, full time vacancy.

About the role

The Health Services Branch within the Department of Justice provides a range of primary care services across WA to patients in custody. Services encompass interventions to identify and manage acute and chronic conditions (diabetes, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, asthma); infectious diseases; sexually transmissible diseases and blood borne viruses; mental health and alcohol and drug addiction services and referral to specialist and tertiary services. Population focused health improvement initiatives are also provided including health protection; disease prevention; infection control; communicable disease outbreak management; and immunisation.

The Health Services Branch ensures that clinical effectiveness, consumer focus and quality improvement are embedded to assist Department of Justice provide high quality, cost effective, safe and patient centred care.

The Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) is responsible for the delivery of health services within the prison, maintaining clinical standards and ensuring quality of care. The CNM is responsible for the effective and efficient overall management of the health centre. The incumbent contributes as a member of the senior management team of the prison.

Suitability Requirements

Through the recruitment process, we will be looking for a candidate who can demonstrate skills, experience and attributes in relation to the following:

1. Skills and experience in senior level clinical nursing practice.
2. Leadership skills.
3. Resource management skills.
4. Knowledge of legislation and policy as relevant to nursing, health care and areas of specialty.
5. High level communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
6. Skills and experience working with culturally diverse clients.
7. Ability to manage ethical behaviour.

Eligibility

Qualifications

• Essential: Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Desirable: Post registration qualification in nursing management or evidence of significant progression towards one.

Benefits and opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness Centre discounts available for employees and their families.
• Relocation assistance/allowance available for eligible applicants
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

1. A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
2. A statement no more than three (3) pages, addressing all seven (7) Suitability Requirements as listed above. Please provide examples to support your claims.
3. A copy of your current qualification(s) as set out in the above Eligibility section.
4. Contact details of two work related referees, one of whom should be your current/ most recent supervisor.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Broome during this period.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Kate Shipley, A/Director Nusing on 0428 477 278 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. 

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email workforcediversity@justice.wa.gov.au. 

Submitting your application

To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

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