This is a
Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time and Fixed Term Full Time
appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or
permanency.
This position is open exclusively to international applicants
who are currently on a visa or seeking employer sponsorship.
Applicants with working rights in Australia please
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Discover the
rewarding opportunities of nursing in country Western
Australia! Enjoy a fulfilling career with competitive salaries,
professional growth, and a supportive community. Experience the
unique beauty of the outback, pristine beaches, and vibrant local
culture. Make a real difference in the lives of diverse populations
while enjoying a balanced lifestyle. Join us and be part of a
dedicated team committed to exceptional healthcare. Your adventure
awaits!
How to
Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please provide the following
information/documents as part of your application:
- A
detailed CV that clearly shows your experience
relevant to this role
-
A
200-word statement addressing the following:
- Your motivation
for wanting to work in country Western
Australia
- Your preferred
work location (if applicable)
WA Country
Health Service - Google My Maps
- A summary of
your nursing experience, including how you have applied
your skills in current and/or previous roles including
any specialty experience you may have (e.g. Emergency,
Cancer Services, Mental Health, etc.)
- The
names and contact details of two (2)
professional referees - preferable for one to be your
current/recent supervisor or manager.
AHPRA
Registration: To be considered for this pool you need to
be eligible for registration with Australian Health Practitioner
Regulation Board (AHPRA). It is recommended all applicants
visit
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia - Qualification and
registration requirements for further information regarding
AHPRA eligibility and registration
requirements.
Where can a nursing
career with WA Country Health Service take you?
Important
information to note:
- The
panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and
will assess on a regular basis.
- Interviews may not be
conducted as part of the process however applicants may be
contacted to request additional information.
- Suitable
applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may
be made when similar vacancies occur. Being successful to the
pool does not guarantee you a job
offer.
- Appointments may be made
from this pool until 31/04/2027.
What we
offer
In addition to the great
salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Location
specific benefits including location allowance, annual travel
allowance and an additional week annual leave.
- Generous
Salary Packaging Benefits
- Professional Development
opportunities
- Continuous learning
opportunities
- 12%
Superannuation Guarantee
- WACHS
supports flexible working practices and consideration will be
given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally
appropriate.
- Visa
application support for International/Visa
candidates
- 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.
Area
Profile
The WA Country Health
Service has a strong network of public hospitals, health services
and nursing posts located across rural and remote Western
Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality,
accessible health services to people from large regional centres to
those in small remote communities.
Regional Nursing and
Midwifery teams are committed to the care of our patients and the
improvement of the health of our community, acknowledging the
challenges that remoteness and isolation bring. The nurses
across our regions are focused on the provision of excellence in
person and family centered care and are proud of the contribution
they make every day to patient experiences, collaborative
partnerships with the multi-disciplinary teams and the functioning
of our hospitals and services. As practitioners, we value our
workforce and are committed to creating opportunities for
continuous learning, mentorship, skills specialisation and career
progression.
Our Directorate actively
supports and encourages diversity and inclusion across all
occupational groups through the development and implementation of
initiatives aimed at accessing and improving employment and
mentoring opportunities for all people. Our strategies are located
at www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au
Want to know more
about this role?
We encourage you to contact
the WACHS Talent Acquisition Team at wachs.recruitment@health.wa.gov.au.
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).
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form.
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
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 people, people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of
age and under).
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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.
