With 2.8 FTE
available, these are Permanent or Fixed Term appointments
at up 80 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of
extension(s) and/or permanency.
An opportunity exists for a talented and
enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the team at Onslow
Health Service in the Pilbara.
To be successful, you will
have...
- Advanced clinical
knowledge and delivery of evidence-based nursing care
within the emergency setting.
- Advanced skills in
planning, coordination and decision making, within the
practice setting.
- Well-developed team
leadership and membership skills.
- High level
communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal
skills; including negotiation, problem solving and
conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated
incorporation of quality and risk management principles
within practice.
- Demonstrated
understanding and application of the Aboriginal
cultural respect framework.
Position
Profile:
The primary responsibility
of the Clinical Nurse is to manage, coordinate and deliver
comprehensive evidence-based nursing care for patients,
using leadership and advanced nursing skills and knowledge
relevant to the clinical setting. To provide competent,
evidence-based nursing care within the scope of practice of
a Clinical Nurse. To provide clinical supervision for
registered nurses, enrolled nurses, unregulated care
workers and students.
Want to know more
about this role: We encourage you to contact
Hayley Aliphon on 08 9184 3205.
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).
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:
- additional North West
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.
- 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
Onslow is a relaxed coastal town in the Pilbara, known for
its stunning beaches, fishing spots and spectacular
sunsets. With a population of around 900, it offers modern
amenities, a friendly community and easy access to
adventures like the Mackerel Islands. Working at Onslow
Health Service means competitive salaries, remote
allowances and relocation support, all while enjoying a
laid-back lifestyle by the Indian Ocean.
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.
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.
