This is a permanent appointment at 64 hours per fortnight.
Karratha Health Campus has an exciting opportunity for an experienced peri‐operative Nurse to join the surgical services team.
Position Profile
The primary responsibility of the Clinical Nurse is to manage, coordinate and deliver comprehensive evidence‐based nursing care for patients, using leadership and advanced nursing skills and knowledge relevant to the practice setting.
Qualifications and Experience
* Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in the delivery of evidence‐based nursing care within the relevant practice setting.
* Demonstrated advanced skills in planning, coordination and decision making, within the relevant practice setting.
* Demonstrated well‐developed team leadership and membership skills.
* Demonstrated high level communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
* Demonstrated incorporation of quality and risk management principles within practice.
Salary and Benefits
* Location based allowances (if applicable) including:
o additional North West paid leave
o District Allowance – regional specific
o Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
o Air‐conditioning subsidy allowance.
* Paid study leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
* Generous salary packaging benefits:
o Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent or other everyday living expenses
o Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
o Access to novated leasing to use pre‐tax dollars for a car and expenses.
* Professional development opportunities
* Continuous learning opportunities
* 12% Superannuation Guarantee
* WACHS 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.
Location
Karratha is a vibrant coastal city in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, offering the perfect mix of career opportunity and lifestyle. As a major hub for the resources industry, Karratha boasts modern infrastructure, excellent amenities and a strong sense of community. Living here means enjoying sun‐soaked days, stunning beaches and endless outdoor adventures.
Eligibility to Apply
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).
Equal Opportunity
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).
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