Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity in the beautiful Northern Region of Western Australia?.
We have a Clinical Nurse – Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) and Disease Prevention and Control in our Pilbara team.
This is a Permanent Part Time or Fixed Term Part Time appointment at 40 hours per fortnight, with the possibiliyt of extension(s) and/or permanency.
About This Role
As part of a multidisciplinary team, the primary responsibility of the Clinical Nurse - Infection Prevention & Control (IP&C) and Disease Prevention& Control (DPC) is responsible for the development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of WACHS Pilbara Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) and Disease Prevention and Control (DPC) programs. The CN provides a clinical resource/advisory service for IPC and DPC to all Health Services within WACHS Pilbara and assists all Health Services to implement relevant state and national policies, guidelines, standards, legislation and priorities.
To be successful you will have;
* Eligibility for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Demonstrated ability to apply relevant standards, legislation and policies related to the practice of IPC & DPC.
* Demonstrated expertise and experience in IPC & DPC with application of theoretical knowledge in clinical practice and research.
* Demonstrated effective communication and leadership skills including leading change and collaborative engagement with multidisciplinary staff in a variety of contexts.
* Demonstrated experience in planning, implementing and evaluating IPC & DPC programs, incorporating risk management and quality improvement strategies.
* Computer literacy and ability to utilise information systems.
About Us
The WA Country Health Service’s core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.
Our vision is to be global leader in rural and remote healthcare.
Our values of Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity shape who we are, how we behave, how we interact with each other, how we make decisions and how we provide care to our patients.
What we offer: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including:
* Location based allowances including:
o additional North West paid leave
o District Allowance - regional specific
o Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
o Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
* Heavily subsidised housing Government Regional Officer Housing
* Flexible working and leave arrangements
* Generous salary packaging benefits:
o Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your 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
o Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
* Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA
* Continuous learning and Professional Development opportunities
* 12% Superannuation Guarantee. For further information click here.
* Private Health Fund Benefits - discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Mary – Ann Moore on 08 9175 8370 .
About The Area
The Pilbara is located in the north of the state, bordered by the Indian Ocean to the west and extending across the Great Sandy Desert to the Northern Territory border in the east. One of the largest regions in Western Australia,the Pilbara covers 507,896 square kilometres of unique and breathtaking natural landscape.
The region offers an abundance of rugged gorges, secluded waterfalls and isolated rivers and billabongs within its three national parks; Millstream-Chichester, Karlamilyi and Karijini. In addition to its magnificent inland attractions, the Pilbara's coastal plain is home to National Heritage listed Dampier Archipelagoand the Montebello and Mackerel islands.
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
If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Eligibility To Apply
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Eligibility for sponsorship may be considered for some vacancies. You are encouraged to discuss this with the contact person listed in the advertisement before completing the application as there are several steps that are required to be completed prior to progressing any application for employment.
Subsequent Vacancies
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 remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
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.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
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.
Diversity Statement
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.