This
is for a Permanent or Fixed term full time appointment, with
the possibility or permanency. Part time appointments may
be considered.
Are
you a passionate and dedicated Staff Development Nurse looking
for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in intensive
care?
Be part of
an exciting new chapter in regional healthcare. Geraldton
Health Campus is opening a state-of-the-art Intensive Care
Unit, and we’re looking for passionate, skilled nursing staff
to join our ICU foundation team. If you thrive in a dynamic
environment, value cultural safety and collaborative care, and
want to make a real difference in the lives of patients and
families, we’d love to hear from you. Grow your career,
contribute to a brand-new service, and help shape the future of
critical care in the Midwest.
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Western Australia’s Coral Coast, located about 420 km north of
Perth, Geraldton offers a relaxed coastal and
community orientated lifestyle with all the amenities of a
modern regional city. The city has a thriving arts scene,
supported by galleries and community initiatives, and a growing
café culture that adds vibrancy to the town centre. The
Mediterranean climate means long, warm summers and mild
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Position
Profile:
Assist in
the coordination of the clinical learning and development
programs for staff in their designated work location and
region. Facilitate clinical competencies, teaching and
developing, improving the capacity of the workforce at unit
level and act as resource person for learning and development
projects.
To
be successful, you will have...
- Ability
to deliver education sessions using a variety of strategies and
recent experience in the delivery of clinical care and the use
of clinical skills.
- Advanced
nursing practice within the speciality area.
- Effective interpersonal
and communication (written and verbal) skills and the ability
to analyse and problem solve.
- Ability
to work independently in a team environment and use high levels
of initiative to achieve required outcomes in a specified time
period.
- Advanced
skills in using computer software and presentation
methodologies applying Adult learning principles.
Want
to know more about this role? We encourage you to
contact Brigid McCarthy on 0400 325 879 or via email
Brigid.Mccarthy@health.wa.gov.au
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form.
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).
- International
applicants with or eligible for registration with Registered
Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia are
encouraged to apply.
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.
What
we offer
In addition
to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of
benefits:
-
Location
based allowances (if applicable) including:
- 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
- 12%
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.
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.
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.
If you
experience difficulties while applying online, please contact
Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during
business hours.
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.
