This position is offered asa full time appointment (76 hours per fortnight) on a fixed termand/or permanent basis.
An opportunity exists for atalented and enthusiastic Coordinator of Nursing and Midwifery tojoin the Nursing team in Carnarvon – Midwest.
Carnarvon, WA, is a coastal town900 km north of Perth, nestled between the Indian Ocean andGascoyne River. Known as the food bowl of Western Australia, itproduces tropical fruits like bananas and mangoes. With a semi-aridclimate, it offers warm winters and hot summers. Attractionsinclude the Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum, Quobba Station'sblowholes, and Kennedy Range National Park. Its Coral Coastlocation makes it a gateway to Ningaloo Reef. Outdoor enthusiastsenjoy world-class surfing at Red Bluff and Tombstones, plusexcellent fishing, kite surfing, and spearfishing in thislaid-back, adventure-rich destination..
To be successful,you will have...
* Eligible forregistration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursingand Midwifery Board ofAustralia.
* Demonstratedrecord of achievement in leadership and organisationaldevelopment at a nursing management levelwithin a complex, dynamic health serviceenvironment.
* Demonstratedclinical skills for acute, emergency and residential carenursing practiceenvironments.
* Demonstratedcontemporary knowledge of professional issues and trends, witha particular focus on rural and remote servicedelivery and health reform.
* Demonstratedexcellent interpersonal, verbal and written communicationskills and ability to cultivateteamwork.
* Demonstratedanalytical, financial, strategic management and projectmanagement skills.
* Demonstratesexperience in the application of continuous qualityimprovement principles including managingchange and the implementation and evaluationofntegrated clinical governancestrategies.
* Currentknowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements in theareas of Equal Opportunity, DisabilityServices and Occupational Safety & Health, and howthese impact on employment, people managementand service delivery.
* Eligible for /or in possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers licence orother specialised licenceclass..
Position Profile
Provide high-level nursing clinicalleadership, management and governance within Carnarvon MPS, ExmouthMPS, Shark Bay, Coral Bay & Burringurrah Nursing Posts to ensuresafe effective and efficient service provision. Provides support tothe Operations Manager, Regional Director of Nursing & Midwifery &Regional Executive Team in developing and implementing thestrategic directions for the Carnarvon MPS, Exmouth MPS, Shark Bay,Coral Bay & Burringurrah Nursing Posts including progress of thehealth reform strategy, continuous quality improvement andimproving patient safety.
Want to know more about this role
We encourage you to contact Marie Norris on 0407 425 ***.
Eligibility to Apply
To be eligible for appointment, applicants musthave a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be anAustralian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live andwork indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
What We Offer
* Location based allowances (if applicable) including:
* additional North West paid leave
* District Allowance - regional specific
* Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
* Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as perEBA.
* Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage,your rent or other everyday living expenses
* Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holidayaccommodation and venue hire
* Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for acar and expenses.
* Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
* Professional Development opportunities
* Continuous learning opportunities
* WACHS supports flexible working practices and considerationwill be given to flexible work/roster options, whereoperationally appropriate.
* As a WA Country Health Service employee, you're entitled todiscounts across some private health care funds. Please seeattached flyer for further details.
Area Profile
The WA Country Health Service(WACHS) Midwest health region of Western Australia covers more than470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with itspopulation concentrated along the coast. The region is located inthe northern middle section of Western Australia and incorporatesthree health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest andMurchison, is recognised for its unique natural environment and isa culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13%of the overall population.
Other Conditions
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants toundertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as partof the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to commenton an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethicalbehaviour.
Please note this recruitmentprocess requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment HealthAssessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA CountryHealth Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA toensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of theposition. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer ofemployment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHSPEHA Policy for further information.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For furtherinformation 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 remainvalid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authoriseddelegate endorses the recruitment decision.
We are committed to fostering adiverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valuedand empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings uniqueperspectives 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 achieveequality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal OpportunityAct 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).
WA Health is committed to eliminating all formsof discrimination in the provision ofour service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourageapplications from Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islanderpeoples, peoplefrom culturally diverse backgrounds and peoplewith disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible workingpractices within the context of aquality health service. WAHealth is committed to a smoke free environment across allbuildings, grounds and vehicles.
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