This is for a Fixed Term Part
Time appointment at 40 hours per fortnight until 12/10/2025, with
the possibility of extension(s) and/or
permanency.
An opportunity exists for a
talented and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join the team at
Exmouth Health Campus in the
Midwest.
To be successful, you will
have...
- Competent nursing
practice within the relevant practice setting.
- Competence in planning,
coordination and decision making in the management of patients,
within the relevant practice setting.
- Ability to function as a
team leader and team member.
- Effective communication
(written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge and application
of quality and risk management within practice.
- Eligible for / or in
possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers
licence.
Position Profile:
To provide nursing care for patients within
the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse. To provide clinical
supervision for registered nurses, enrolled nurses, assistants in
nursing and students.
Eligibility to Apply: To be
eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa
(for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen,
permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in
Australia (for permanent appointments).
Want to know more about this
role: We encourage you to contact Alana Horsham on 08 9949
3630.
How to Apply: Applicants are
requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please provide the following information as
part of your application:
- A detailed CV that
clearly shows your experience relevant to this role
- A cover letter outlining
their suitability for this position.
- A 2-3 page maximum
document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job
Description Form (JDF)
- The names and contact
details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one
to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
Selection Criteria: Please
see the attached Job Description Form
What we offer
In addition to the great salary our employees
enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Location based allowances
(if applicable) including:
-
- additional
Northwest paid leave
- District
Allowance - regional specific
- Annual travel
subsidy (ALTC)
- Air-conditioning
subsidy allowance.
- Paid study Leave
assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
- Generous salary packaging
benefits:
-
- Up to $9010 on a
range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other
everyday living expenses
- Up to $2650 on
meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue
hire
- Access to novated
leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and
expenses.
- Plus, Additional Remote
Area Specific Benefits.
- Professional Development
opportunities
- Continuous learning
opportunities
- 11.5% Superannuation
Guarantee
- WACHS supports flexible
working practices and consideration will be given to flexible
work/roster options, where operationally
appropriate.
- As a WA Country Health
Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts across
some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for
further details.
The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive
program is available to new and existing nurses and midwives -
across a broad range of patient-facing roles - on fixed term or
permanent contracts at eligible locations. Eligible nurses and
midwives can receive between $5,000 and $17,000 in support over 12
months. Please refer to the
WA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive
Program website for eligibility criteria.
Area Profile
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest
health region of Western Australia covers more than 470,000 square
kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with its population
concentrated along the coast. The region is located in the northern
middle section of Western Australia and incorporates three health
districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison, is
recognised for its unique natural environment and is a culturally
diverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13% of the
overall population.
If you experience difficulties while applying
online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate
assistance during business hours.
Other Conditions: WA
Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA
Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records
screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment
process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an
applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour.
Please note this recruitment process requires
completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment
(PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health
Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you
are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An
unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being
withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for
further information.
This vacancy is subject to a Western
Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further
information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Whilst this selection process will initially
be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill
other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In
addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate
the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may
also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain
valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised
delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Lodgement is system generated. Any
submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT
BE CONSIDERED.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and
inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and
empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique
perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s
needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to
join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to
achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal
Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living
with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people,
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds,
women and youth (24 years of age and under).
WA Health is committed to eliminating all
forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We
embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples,
people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with
disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices
within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is
committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings,
grounds, and vehicles.
