This position is available on a
fixed-term and permanent full-time basis (76 hours per fortnight).
Fixed-term appointments may be extended and/or lead to
permanency.
An opportunity exists for a talented
and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the Community Health team
in Geraldton, Midwest
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.
To be successful, you
will have...
- Eligible for registration
in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and
Midwifery Board
- of Australia.
- Demonstrated knowledge
and ability to implement health promotion principles into
clinical practice.
- Demonstrated ability to
develop, implement and evaluate primary health
programs.
- Demonstrated effective
interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and
ability to work independently and as a member of a
multi-disciplinary team.
- Eligible for / or in
possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers licence or other
specialised licence class.
Post
graduate qualification in Child and Adolescent health an
advantage.
Position Profile:
Provides clinical services as part of the
core community health programs such as immunisation,
school health and
child health. Responsible for providing quality primary health
services to the community within their own levels of competency to meet
planned health outcomes.
Want to know more about this
role: We encourage you to contact Suzie Rayner on
99562325.
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 (2-3 page
maximum) 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:
- 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.
- Plus, Additional Remote
Area Specific Benefits.
- 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 and Torres Strait Islander 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.
