Clinical Nurse Position – Operating Theatres
Unit / Directorate: Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group.
Location: Nedlands.
Work Type: Permanent – Full Time, Permanent – Part Time.
Position No. ********.
Closing Date: ************:00 PM.
Overview
We currently have multiple full-time equivalent positions available in Booking Assistance, Ophthalmology, Ear, Nose and Throat within the Operating Theatres department.
This role supports a multidisciplinary team providing advanced, evidence-based nursing care to patients in the operating theatre environment.
Responsibilities
As part of the Operating Theatres department, the Clinical Nurse practises under the direction of the relevant Senior Registered Nurse(s) in keeping with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board Registration Standards and Nursing Practice Decision Making Flowchart.
This role provides advanced, comprehensive and evidence-based nursing care to patients as part of a multidisciplinary team.
The Clinical Nurse upholds and functions within the core values of Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork & Integrity, and acts as a role model, providing leadership, support, team building and change management through respect, recognition and collaboration.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must be registered as a Registered Nurse in Australia.
Experience in operating theatre nursing and familiarity with theatre protocols is advantageous.
A commitment to the core values of Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork & Integrity is essential.
A certificate of Advanced Theatre Nursing or equivalent is desirable.
What We Offer
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.
In addition to a competitive salary, employees enjoy a generous range of benefits:
Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
Professional and career development opportunities
Diverse and inclusive culture
Application Requirements
Attached for reference.
Your application should include:
A cover letter not more than 1 page introducing yourself, identifying your specialty preference, and telling us what you bring to the role.
A statement addressing the essential selection criteria in no more than 3 pages as outlined in the attached JDF.
A detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.
References – the names and contact details of two (2) referees.
It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.
Eligibility to Apply
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
Selection Process
WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process.
As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment.
We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
Equal Opportunity
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging.
We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for.
We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy.
As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act **** applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability and welcomes applicants with disabilities, endeavouring to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility.
Closing
Applications will be accepted until the closing date at 4:00 PM on 01 December ****.
Submissions after the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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