Overview
This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent or Fixed Term appointments at various hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Casual appointments may be considered. An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the Community Health team at Geraldton Hospital in the Midwest.
To be successful, you will have:
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to implement health promotion principles into clinical practice.
Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and evaluate primary health programs.
Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable Criteria
Experience in Community Health Nursing.
Experience in providing immunisation services.
Possession of or substantial progress towards the attainment of a certificate in Child & Community Health Nursing through an accredited institution.
Position Profile
Provides clinical services as part of the core community health programs such as immunisation, school health and child health. Responsible for providing quality primary health services to the community within their own levels of competency to meet planned health outcomes.
This is an "open-ended" recruitment pool. The following should be noted:
The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications, and will assess on a regular basis.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/01/2026.
Contact
Want to know more about this role: contact Susie Rayner on.
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
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 at
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.
What We Offer
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits:
Location based allowances (if applicable) including:
Additional North West paid leave
District Allowance - regional specific
Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
Air-conditioning subsidy allowance
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.
Career development opportunities
Continuous learning opportunities
12% Superannuation Guarantee
WA Country Health Service 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.
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.
Area Profile
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region of Western Australia covers more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with its population concentrated along the coast. The region is located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and incorporates three health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison. It is recognised for its unique natural environment and is a culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13% of the overall population.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 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. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website. This selection process may be used to fill other similar vacancies for up to twelve (12) months. WA Health is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices and a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
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📌 Clinical Nurse - Community Health
🏢 Wa Country Health Service
📍 Geraldton