Overview
Child and Adolescent Health Service WA – Nedlands WA. This position is within the Surgical ShortStay Unit – Ward 3C, Surgical Directorate. This is a Permanent Part Time appointment at 40 hours per fortnight (0.53 FTE).
Position Profile: In collaboration with the Nurse Educator, Surgery and the departmental Clinical Nurse Manager, the Staff Development Nurse is responsible for the ongoing assessment of the knowledge and skills of nursing staff in the designated Ward/Unit, the planning and implementation of specific education and training programs, and the provision of support for new staff, including orientation and preceptorship.
The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State's only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. CAHS comprises Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and Perth Children's Hospital (PCH). Services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), and across a network of more than 160 community clinics.
Key information
For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here.
For further job related information, contact Janine Lemke on 0403 110 ***.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility and conditions
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. Policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. You may also be required to undertake a Working with Children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. Referees may be contacted to comment on integrity and past ethical behaviour. Adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information, refer to the WWC website at the WA Government site.
Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) via email: [contact details omitted].
Application information
This selection process may be used to fill other similar vacancies across the health service. If the successful applicant declines or vacates, the next most suitable applicant may be selected. These options remain valid for twelve (12) months from the date the recruitment decision is endorsed by the authorised delegate.
If you experience difficulties applying online, please contact Employee Services for assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). Applicants must have a current, valid email address to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.
Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. For your written application please provide:
* a statement addressing the selection criteria
* a current resume summarising your experience and how you meet the position requirements
* the name, email and contact details of two referees who can provide an employment reference
Documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer questions and attach documentation.
CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to a workplace culture driven by the values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with these values. If you have questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert.
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.
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