This is for a Permanent or Fixed Term Full Time appointment at 80 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Nurse Manager to join the After-Hours team at Albany Health Campus in the Great Southern. 

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrated advanced nursing practice skills related to the general nursing, emergency nursing, high dependency or peri-operative nursing.
• Demonstrated well developed communication and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated well developed human, physical and financial resource management skills for the delivery of quality and safe patient care incorporating risk management.
• Demonstrated computing skills to enable navigation of online policy access, internal communication and completing online learning resources.
• Current knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements in the areas of Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Occupational Safety & Health, and how these impact on employment, people management and service deliver.

About the Role

Albany Health Campus is seeking an experienced and dedicated Nurse Manager - After Hours to join our leadership team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred nursing care during after-hours operations. The successful candidate will provide professional nursing leadership, clinical management, and coordination across the hospital in the absence of senior nursing management.

Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact Eliza Mathew on 9892 2213.

The Great Southern region of Western Australia offers a diverse range of natural attractions, including rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, forests, wildflowers, and the highest peaks in the south. The region’s strong tourism and primary production sectors drive the local economy, with Albany at its heart, home to WACHS Great Southern and its historic port. The Regional Health Service includes a main facility in Albany, supported by Multi-Purpose Service sites in Bremer Bay, Denmark, Gnowangerup, Jerramungup, Katanning, Kojonup, Plantagenet, Ravensthorpe, and Tambellup. Combining Public Health services with Nursing, Allied Health, and Aboriginal Health programs, we focus on preventing disease and improving health outcomes.

About the REGION

Working with WA Country Health Service - Great Southern 

Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA

What we offer:

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• 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
• 11.5% 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.