York Health Service
is seeking a passionate Clinical Nurse Specialist
to lead, plan and review high quality patient care within our
Multipurpose Service. Just a short drive from Perth, this
permanent part-time (0.90FTE) role offers the
blend of professional autonomy, supportive teamwork and the warmth
of a welcoming country town where your impact will be seen and felt
every day.
About the OPPORTUNITY
Responsible for the quality of patient care and standard of
practice within York Health Service. This incorporates all areas of
the MPS including ED, Ambulatory Care, Acute inpatients,
residential, Pioneer Memorial Lodge, Community and Outpatients.
Acts as a role model for all staff in assessing, planning,
implementing, directing and evaluating the care.
To be successful in this role, you will
have…
- Advanced nursing practice within the relevant practice
setting
- Effective leadership skills within a collegiate/team
structure
- Commitment to Quality Improvement and the EQUIP
process
- Advanced skills in planning, coordination and decision
making within the relevant practice setting
- Knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity,
Disability Services and Work Health and Safety, and how these
impact on employment and service delivery
- Possession of a current C or C‐A class drivers licence
Want to know more about this role?
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job
Description Form and contact Sinq Mndebele on
0408 708 812 or
sinqobizitha.mndebele@health.wa.gov.au
What we offer
The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our
employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of
benefits:
- Paid Study Leave
- Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
- Up to $9010 on a range of benefits including
mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses
- Up to $2650 on meals and entertainment
- Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax
vehicle expenses
- WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration
will be given to flexible work/roster options, where
operationally appropriate.
- Professional Development opportunities
- 12% Superannuation Guarantee
- 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 Wheatbelt region spans 155,000 square kilometres,
encompassing six Aboriginal lands and language groups. From Jurien
Bay on the coast to Southern Cross in the East, Dalwallinu in the
north, and Lake Grace in the south, the region offers extensive
opportunities. Health services include emergency and inpatient
care, outpatient medical, nursing, and allied health services, as
well as cancer, renal, palliative, rehabilitation, aged care,
mental health, public health, health promotion, and child, school,
and community health services. District hospitals in Narrogin,
Northam, Merredin, and Moora, along with 35 smaller community
hospitals and health centres, ensure comprehensive care across the
region. With a strong community spirit and diverse career
prospects, WACHS Wheatbelt is ideal for living, working, and
exploring.
Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting
our website at WA
Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA
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 your 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.
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.
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).
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.
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).
Diversity Statement
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 high-quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke
free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
Subsequent Vacancies
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.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or
after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED.
