Job Title: Clinical Specialist Nurse
Job Summary:
The successful candidate will provide expert clinical assessment, screening, follow-up and care as required. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced nurse to join our team in Geraldton and make a real difference in the lives of our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
* Establish and maintain high-quality standards of patient care by leadership, delivery of care and role modelling in accordance with policies and procedures.
* Act as a clinical resource to staff across the hospital.
* Provide expert clinical assessment, screening, follow-up and care as required.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* 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).
* A detailed CV that clearly shows experience relevant to this role.
* A cover letter outlining suitability for this position.
* A document addressing selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form.
* Two professional referees - preferable one to be current/recent supervisor or manager.
What We Offer:
* Great salary and benefits package.
* Location-based allowances (if applicable): additional North West paid leave, District Allowance - regional specific, annual travel subsidy (ALTC), air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
* Generous salary packaging benefits: up to $9,010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent or other everyday living expenses, up to $2,650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire.
* Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses.
* Professional development opportunities.
* Continuous learning opportunities.
* 12% Superannuation Guarantee.
* Flexible working practices and consideration given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
Area/Additional Information:
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region of Western Australia covers more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with its population concentrated along the coast.
The region is located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and incorporates three health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison, and is recognised for its unique natural environment and is a culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13% of the overall population.
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.