This is for a Permanent or Fixed
Term Full-Time appointment, with the possibility of extension(s)
and/or permanency up until the 30/06/2027.
There are currently 3.0 FTE
available for immediate filling.
An opportunity exists for a
talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the Meekatharra
Nursing Team, WACHS Midwest.
Living in Meekatharra, Western Australia,
means embracing life in a remote outback town with a strong sense
of community and rich history. Located in the Murchison region,
Meekatharra is a hub for mining and pastoral industries, offering
affordable housing and essential services like schools, a hospital,
and recreational facilities. The town has around 800 residents,
many of whom are involved in mining or agriculture. Its rugged
landscape and clear night skies attract tourists and nature lovers.
Despite its isolation, Meekatharra is growing, with new
infrastructure and a vibrant local spirit. It’s ideal for those
seeking a peaceful, authentic outback lifestyle.
In this role, the successful
applicant will:
- Eligible for registration
in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and
Midwifery Board of Australia.
- Demonstrated advanced
clinical practice and clinical skills in triage.
- Demonstrated ability to
work in a variety of clinical settings including Accident and
Emergency and Aged Care.
- Demonstrated highly
effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated effective
conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to
work as an independent practitioner and as a team
member.
- Demonstrates
incorporation of quality and risk management within
practice.
- Eligible for / or in
possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers licence or other
specialised licence class.
Position Profile:
Responsible for leading the team in the
delivery of patient care, the effective management of human,
physical and material resources in the delivery of care and the
maintenance of Infection Control to prescribed
standards.
Want to know more about this
role?
We encourage you to contact Linda
Sinclair on 99810600.
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).
What we offer
In addition to the great salary our employees
enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Location based allowances
including:
- additional North West
paid leave
- District Allowance -
regional specific
- 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.
- Flexible working and
leave arrangements.
- Professional Development
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.
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 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.
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
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.
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.
