CRVCID: 713703
This is for a Permanent
or Fixed Term appointment at 80 hours per fortnight, with the
possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Casual appointments
may be considered.
An opportunity exists
for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Specialist to join
the team at Cue Health Service in the
Midwest.
Living in Cue, Western Australia,
offers a quiet, historic outback lifestyle with a strong sense of
community. Located about 620 km northeast of Perth, Cue is known as
the “Queen of the Murchison” for its rich gold mining heritage and
beautifully preserved heritage buildings. With a population of
around 215, the town provides essential services, affordable
housing, and a peaceful pace of life. Residents enjoy local events,
scenic landscapes, and a close-knit atmosphere. Cue’s charm lies in
its blend of history, resilience, and natural beauty, making it
ideal for those seeking a remote yet welcoming place to call
home.
To be successful, you will
have...
- Broad Nursing experience including assessment, emergency
management, Primary Health care, and recent accident and
emergency skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a
multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting.
- Effective interpersonal and written and verbal
communication skills.
- Well-developed problem solving and negotiation skills.
- Current knowledge of legislative and regulatory
requirements in the areas of Equal Opportunity, Disability
Services and Occupational Safety & Health, and how these impact
on employment, people management and service delivery.
- Eligible for / or in possession of a current C or C-A Class
drivers licence or other specialised licence class with the
willingness to travel within the region as required including
overnight stays.
Position
Profile:
To work as a member of a
multidisciplinary team within a Primary Health Care framework in
partnership with the community and other organisations. To provide
planned, coordinated and comprehensive primary health and emergency
care to members of the community in a culturally secure
environment.
Want to know more about
this role: We encourage you to contact Gloria Masekane on
08 9963 3107.
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 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
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.
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
