We are currently seeking
enthusiastic qualified Assistants in Nursing to
join our team at Geraldton.
This is a Recruitment Pool for
Permanent, Fixed Term or Casual appointment up to 76 hours per
fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
We currently have 9.00 positions available at Geraldton
Hospital.
Nestled on 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.
About the
OPPORTUNITY
The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) is
responsible for delivery of care within the scope of the duties of
the AIN and under the supervision and delegation of a Nurse or
Midwife. The AIN is responsible for the delivery of the delegated
care in a safe and person-centred approach, in collaboration with
patients, their families and nurses.
To be successful in this
role, you will have…
- Effective Interpersonal skills, written and verbal,
inclusive of numeric skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to follow direct instructions and work with
multidisciplinary team
- Digital capability to enable navigation of online policy
access, internal communication and completing of online
learning resources
Want to know more about
this role: We encourage you to contact Sacha Carroll on 08
9956 2333.
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).
This is an “open-ended” recruitment
pool, and as such the following should be noted:
- The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for
applications and will assess on a regular basis.
- Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which
appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
- Appointments may be made from this pool until
31/12/2026.
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.
- The names and contact details of two (2)
professional referees - preferable for one to be your
current/recent supervisor or manager.
- Evidence of the following;
- Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in
nursing work in acute care)
-
OR evidence of successful completion of
either:
- Stage 1-3 (50% completion) of a
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA)
approved Bachelor of Nursing Program or
- Stage 1-4 (50% completion) of an
NMBA approved dual Bachelor of Science
(Nursing)/Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) program and
academic good standing; and current and ongoing course
enrolment (including evidence of current successful
completion of Basic Life Support, Manual/Safe Handling
and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) training
(inclusive of COVID-19 IPC training).
- OR Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or
Certificate III in Aged Care. Applicable for employment at
Multi Purpose Services only
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)
- 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
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.
