Location: Karratha
Unit/Division: Pilbara > Karratha Health Campus
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
We are seeking an experienced Staff Development Nurse Inpatients at our Karratha Health Campus in the Pilbara.
Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program
Ever considered a career in the country? 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 paid over 12 months.
About this role:
As part of the multidisciplinary team and in collaboration with Senior Nurses and the Regional Nurse Educator and Regional Midwifery Educator, plans, implements and evaluates education and training relevant to the clinical practice of the nursing cohort at ward or unit level. Is responsible for the orientation and development support of all nursing staff (including assistants in nursing), and newly qualified and junior nurses. Provides support and clinical facilitation for undergraduate and postgraduate nurses in line with education institution agreements. This position requires regional travel to fulfil the job role.
This role reports to the Clinical Nurse Managers - Inpatients.
What we are looking for:
* Advanced clinical knowledge, skills, and experience relevant to the practice setting / specialty.
* Ability to plan, implement, deliver, and evaluate clinical education programs based on adult learning principles and needs analysis, including validation of practical skills.
* Ability to work in a collegiate/team environment using high level communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation, problem solving and conflict resolution.
* Leadership skills and proven ability to adapt to a changing environment at a local level.
* Experience in continuous quality improvement and clinical governance principles and practice.
* Digital capacity (including the ability to teach others) across clinical systems which contribute to the provision of quality care and with systems supporting learning.
* Able to work shift work to support clinical learning environment.
* 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 delivery.
What we offer: In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including:
* 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.
* Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
* Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
* Continuous learning and Professional Development opportunities.
* 11.5% Superannuation Guarantee.
* Private Health Fund Benefits - discounts across some private health care funds.
Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact Yvette Crowhurst at 9144 7601.
How to apply: Applicants are required to apply online and your application should include:
* A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF).
* A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
* The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.
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).
AHPRA Registration: To be considered for this position, you need to be eligible for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Board (AHPRA). If you are not eligible for registration, please do not continue this application and contact the person named in the advert for further advice.
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.
Diversity Statement: 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.
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