CRVCID
724298
This is a
recruitment process for a Fixed Term Part Time appointment at 60.8
hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or
permanency.
We are currently seeking
an innovative and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to
provide clinical research leadership and consultancy to nursing,
medical and allied health professionals for the Nursing and
Midwifery Research Unit. This position will work with the
multi-disciplinary Haematology and Medical Oncology research teams
to initiate, implement, and assist with coordination of clinical
trials and research projects that contribute to new knowledge and
supports evidence-based best clinical practice within these
specialties.
The role will assist
with nursing related trial requirements including, but not limited
to, staff education, review of nursing elements with each trial,
participation in site initiations, development of trial
implementation plans and development of required policy, procedure,
and resources. The role will provide clinical support for
administration of trial drugs and protocol assessments, as
required. The CNS is also responsible for integrating clinical and
research areas, contributing specialist knowledge and expertise,
and delivering quality patient care by developing standards of
practice, implementing changes to clinical practice, education of
staff and conducting research and quality improvement
activities.
This is where jobs become
careers, passion finds its purpose, and your voice finds its place.
Are you ready to dive headfirst into the community taking excellent
health care where it's needed? Then South Metropolitan Health
Service is the perfect place to start!
Fiona Stanley Hospital (FSH)
is a 783-bed tertiary hospital offering a range of health services
including the State Rehabilitation Service, a comprehensive cancer
centre, purpose-built mental health unit, maternity, paediatric and
neonatal services, and the State Adult Burns Service. FSH also
delivers specialised services such as heart and lung
transplantations and hyperbaric medicine.
SMHS delivers quality, safe
and effective hospital and health services within a catchment area
stretching more than 3300 square kilometres across the southern
half of Perth.
Our vision is Excellent
health care, every time. You can read more about SMHS in our
Strategic Plan here.
Our Values guide our work in
every action, and that includes recruitment and employment! SMHS
encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people
with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender,
religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities
are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our
workforce.
Want to know
more? We encourage you to contact Brett Morris
at 08 6152 3187.
If you are ready to
partner with us see the application instructions
below:
Your application should
include:
- A copy
of your current CV
- A
statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3
pages
- The
names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can
attest to your suitability for this role.
These documents should be
complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please
ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application
process as you will be required to answer various questions and
attach your documentation.
If you
experience difficulties while applying online, please contact
Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during
business hours.
Employee
Benefits
Our employees enjoy a range
of benefits which may include (in line with operational
requirements):
- Professional Development
Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
- Flexible
working arrangements
- Flexible
leave arrangements
- Other
professional and location-based allowances
- For
further information click
here.
Eligibility
Are you
eligible? 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).
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.
WA Health
embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of
discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to
growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s
Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality,
Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this
position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to
apply.
WA Health engages staff in
positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require
applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity
checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking
a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be
required to undertake a working with children check (if required
for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask
referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of
ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not
necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part
of the appointment process.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date
will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED.
