CRVCID : 656479
WA Country Health are looking for a
Clinical Nurse Specialist to join their dynamic team in Eucla.
Experience the tranquillity of the vast Australian outback while
enjoying a close-knit community atmosphere. The stunning
landscapes, including the Great Australian Bight and the historic
telegraph station ruins provide a picturesque backdrop to your
daily life. The peaceful environment and friendly locals make it an
ideal place to live and work.
Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive
Program
The Country Nursing & Midwifery
incentive program is available to new and existing nurses and
midwives - across a broad range of patient-facing roles - on fixed
term or permanent contracts at eligible locations. Eligible
nurses and midwives can receive between $5,000 and $17,000 in
support over 12 months. Please refer to the
WA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive
Program website for eligibility criteria.
As a Clinical Nurse in this role,
you would be responsible for the provision and coordination of
primary health care to the community of Eucla and those who may be
travelling through. Includes the provision of Nursing Services
encompassing emergency care, chronic disease management, child
health, immunisation, health promotion, and education.
The occupant of this position is
required to demonstrate a positive commitment to modelling our
organisational values, safety and quality improvement and the Code
of Conduct in all aspects of their employment. Compliance with all
relevant policies, procedures, standards and legislation including
Confidentiality and Work Health and Safety policies is
mandatory.
To be successful, you will have the
following:
- effective leadership skills (organisational, supervisory,
caseload management and problem-solving skills).
- extensive clinical experience including assessment skills,
triage and emergency management skills, clinical problem
solving and understanding of chronic disease management.
- knowledge and application of primary health care principles
and programs.
- ability to work both independently and as part of a
multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting.
- effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication
skills including problem solving and negotiation skills.
- Current knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal
Opportunity, Disability Services and Work Health and Safety,
and how these impact on employment and service delivery.
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job
Description Form and contact Vanessa Bacon on
08 9079 8112.
Why work for us? The Western
Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great
salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:
- Free accommodation including
utilities
- Remote Area Allowance
- Exciting employment opportunities for
partners: Explore potential roles in ambulance
driving or commercial cleaning.
- Opportunities for flexible working arrangements
that include placements in other Goldfields Health
sites.
-
Eligibility toward the Country Nursing and
Midwifery Incentive Program
- 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
- Flexible working and leave
arrangements
- Professional Development
opportunities
- 11.5% Superannuation Guarantee
Area Profile
The Goldfields region of the WA
Country Health Service covers the Goldfields-Esperance Region of
Western Australia. The region is located in the south eastern
corner of Western Australia and covers 770,488 sq km (including
offshore islands). The WA Country Health Service Goldfields
consists of two main health campuses located in Kalgoorlie &
Esperance, and three smaller hospitals located in Laverton,
Leonora, and Norseman. The Goldfields is a culturally rich region
with a number of Aboriginal communities spread out across the
region, 16 distinct Aboriginal language groups and an Aboriginal
population that represents 12.3 per cent of our total population,
with 1 in 10 people, on average, identifying as Aboriginal –
this in comparison to the state average of 3.6 per cent. The region
supports a wide range of industry, including mining, agriculture,
aquaculture, and tourism. Mining is the predominant sector in the
central and northern parts of the region, with a well-established
agricultural sector in the south.
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 how you meet the essential
criteria listed on the job description form.
- A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more
than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached 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 available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au
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).
Application
Instructions
Applicants are advised to write a
statement addressing the selection criteria on the attached JDF and
provide a detailed resume and cover letter which summarises your
experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to
applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient 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.
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
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.
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.
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential
requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions
in the public sector.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after,
4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED