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Discover the rewarding opportunities of nursing in country Western Australia Enjoy a fulfilling career with competitive salaries, professional growth, and a supportive community. Experience the unique beauty of the outback, pristine beaches, and vibrant local culture. Make a real difference in the lives of diverse populations while enjoying a balanced lifestyle. Join us and be part of a dedicated team committed to exceptional healthcare. Your adventure awaits
WA Country Health Service - Nursing and midwifery careers
WA Country Health Service - In their words
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.
How to Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please provide the following information/documents as part of your application:
* A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
* A 100-word statement detailing why you want to work in regional Western Australia and if you have a preferred site you want to work at.
* The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
Important Information To Note
* The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
* Interviews may not be conducted as part of the process however applicants may be contacted to request additional information.
* Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Being successful to the pool does not guarantee to you job offers.
* Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2026.
What we offer: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
* Location specific benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leave.
* Generous Salary Packaging Benefits.
* The Country Nursing & Midwifery Incentive Program.
* Professional Development opportunities.
* Continuous learning opportunities.
* 11.5% Superannuation Guarantee.
* WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
* Visa application support for International/Visa candidates.
* As a WA Country Health Service employee, you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.
Position Profile: As part of a multidisciplinary team the Assistant in Nursing delivers patient care under the direct supervision, delegation and guidance of a Nurse or Midwife. Performs the primary function of an Assistant in Nursing as defined in WA Health MP 0080/18 Assistant in Nursing Policy and scope of practice documents - Assistant in Nursing Duties Lists (Nursing Setting or Maternity Setting).
AIN (Student) and AIN (non-student), need to provide evidence of enrolment in an approved course or provide a copy of their Cert 111 In Health Services Assistance-Acute Care or Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or Certificate III Aged Care (superseded by Certificate III in Individual Support-Aged Care in 2015).
Area Profile
The WA Country Health Service has a strong network of public hospitals, health services and nursing posts located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.
Regional Nursing and Midwifery teams are committed to the care of our patients and the improvement of the health of our community, acknowledging the challenges that remoteness and isolation bring. The nurses across our regions are focused on the provision of excellence in person and family centered care and are proud of the contribution they make every day to patient experiences, collaborative partnerships with the multi-disciplinary teams and the functioning of our hospitals and services. As practitioners, we value our workforce and are committed to creating opportunities for continuous learning, mentorship, skills specialisation and career progression.
Our Directorate actively supports and encourages diversity and inclusion across all occupational groups through the development and implementation of initiatives aimed at accessing and improving employment and mentoring opportunities for all people. Our strategies are located at www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Regina Browne on 6553 0841.
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).
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 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. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives 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 achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).
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.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
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