Location: CarnarvonUnit/Division: WACHS - Midwest > Midwest > Nursing and Midwifery > CarnarvonWork Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Part TimeThis is for a Permanent,Fixed Term or Causal appointment at various hours per fortnight,with the possibility of extension(s) and/orpermanency.An opportunity existsfor a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Manager to join theAfter-Hours team at Carnarvon Health Campus –Midwest.To be successful, you will have...Demonstrated ability as a leader/coordinator in a diverseteam environment.Advanced clinical practice in a variety of acute settingsincluding the ability to perform under pressure.Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, oraland written communication skills and proven ability to buildand maintain relationships.Understanding of continuous quality improvement programsand risk management.Computer literacy and an ability to utilise informationsystems.Well-developed conceptual, analytical and evaluation skillsincluding the ability to provide innovative solutions tocomplex and sensitive problems.Ability and willingness to participate in an after-hoursshift work roster, including weekends, public holidays, nights,afternoons, and day shifts as required.Position Profile:Provides after hours administration and bed management forCarnarvon Hospital. Demonstrates leadership and role modelling.Promotes and ensures maintenance of clinical standards of qualityof care.What we offerIn addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazingrange of benefits:Location based allowances including:additional North West paid leaveDistrict Allowance - regional specificAir-conditioning subsidy allowance.Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific asper EBA.Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such asmortgage, your rent or other everyday livingexpensesUp to $2650 on meal entertainment, holidayaccommodation and venue hireAccess to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollarsfor a car and expenses.Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.Professional Development opportunitiesContinuous learning opportunitiesWACHS supports flexible working practices and considerationwill be given to flexible work/roster options, whereoperationally appropriate.As a WA Country Health Service employee, you’reentitled to discounts across some private health care funds.Please see attached flyer for further details.The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive program isavailable to new and existing nurses and midwives - across a broadrange of patient-facing roles - on fixed term or permanentcontracts at eligible locations. Eligible nurses and midwives canreceive between $5,000 and $17,000 in support over 12 months.Please refer to the WA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery IncentiveProgram website for eligibility criteria.Area ProfileThe WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region ofWestern Australia covers more than 470,000 square kilometres,nearly one fifth of the State, with its population concentratedalong the coast. The region is located in the northern middlesection of Western Australia and incorporates three healthdistricts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison, isrecognised for its unique natural environment and is a culturallydiverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13% of theoverall population.Want to know more about this role? We encourageyou to contact Christopher Cox on 08 9941 0302.Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible forappointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixedterm appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident,or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (forpermanent appointments).How to Apply: Applicants are requested to applyonline http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/ Please provide the following information as part of yourapplication:A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevantto this roleA cover letter outlining their suitability for thisposition.A 2-3-page maximum document addressing the selectioncriteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF)The names and contact details of two (2) professionalreferees - preferable for one to be your current/recentsupervisor or manager.Selection Criteria: Please see the attached JobDescription FormIf you experience difficulties while applying online, pleasecontact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistanceduring business hours.Other Conditions:WA Health engages staffin positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policiesrequire applicants to undertake criminal records screening andintegrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees mayalso be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and pastdemonstration of ethical behaviour.Please note this recruitment process requires completion ofsatisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Anyoffer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) isconditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to performthe inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHAwill result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for furtherinformation.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill theabove 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 advertisedvacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selectedfrom this process. Both of these options remain valid for a periodof twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorsesthe recruitment decision.We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusiveworkforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. Webelieve that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drivesinnovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcomeapplicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shapinga more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, undersections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984,encourage applications from people living with a disability,Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguisticallydiverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age andunder).Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, orafter, 4:00pm will not be accepted.LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BECONSIDERED
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