Looking to make a meaningful
difference in regional healthcare?
Join our team in
Northam (approximately 95km from Perth) as an
Assistant in Nursing where you’ll support patients
and families as part of a dedicated nursing team.
We have
full-time, part-time and casual opportunities available, with a
strong focus on teamwork, support and person-centred
care.
Sponsorship is
not available for this position
About the
OPPORTUNITY
The Assistant in Nursing is
responsible for delivery of care within the scope of the duties of
the AIN and under the supervision and delegation of a Nurse. The
Assistant in Nursing (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.
- Demonstrated ability and
knowledge of safe manual handling procedures, knowledge of
occupational health and safety principles including patient
handling and infection control.
- Ability
to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability
to follow instructions and work with minimal
supervision.
- Demonstrated digital
capability to enable navigation of online policy access,
internal communication and completing of online learning
resources.
Want to know more
about this role?
To learn more about the
role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact
Rachael Lamp Coordinator of Nursing and Midwifery
(CONM) on 0407 631 373 or
WACHSWBNorthamCoNM@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
200-word statement outlining your skills and abilities as they
relate to the essential work-related requirements and what you
will bring to the role
- Evidence
of your Qualification:
- AIN
(non-student): Evidence of successful completion of the
nationally recognised qualification, Certificate III in Health
Services Assistance - Acute Care
OR
-
AIN
(Student): Evidence of successful completion with academic
good standing of a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
(NMBA) approved program of study for either:
- Stage 1 and 2
(66% completion) of Diploma of Nursing
program
- 50% completion
of initial registration qualifications leading to
registration with NMBA as a registered nurse and/or
midwife:
- Semester 1 to 3
of Bachelor qualification
- Semester 1 to 4
of Dual Bachelor qualification
- Semester 1 to 2
of Master (Graduate-entry) qualifications
- Semester 1 to 4
of overseas registration conversion
qualifications
- 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.
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
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.
