This position is offered as a Full Time appointment (80 hours per fortnight) on a permanent, fixed‐term or casual basis. If appointed on a fixed term or casual basis there is the possibility of extensions and/or permanency. Come for the adventure and stay for the people, scenery and amazing sunsets ... Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the Kimberley community AND work and play in one of the most sought‐after and photographed locations in Australia.
An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Staff Development Nurse to join the Broome Hospital's Medical and Surgical Ward, WACHS Kimberley.
* Great benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leave.
* Generous Salary Packaging Benefits.
* 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.
To be successful, you will have...
* Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and competencies related to General Medical Nursing.
* Demonstrated well‐developed communication and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated advanced skills in planning, coordination and decision‐making.
* Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment and use high levels of initiative to achieve required outcomes.
* Sound computer software skills.
* Demonstrated experience with continuous quality improvement, application of nursing research and the implementation of evidence based practice.
Position Profile
Contributes to the attainment of Broome Regional Health Campus goals by ensuring opportunities for the development and assurance of clinical competence of nursing staff of the General Medical and Surgical Ward through the delivery of high‐quality staff development programs and support of nursing staff and students. Contributes to clinical and professional updates, identify educational needs, and prepare, conduct and facilitate training to meet identified areas.
What We Offer
* 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.
* Paid study leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
* Generous salary packaging benefits:
o Up to $9,010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent or other everyday living expenses.
o Up to $2,650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire.
o Access to novated leasing to use pre‐tax dollars for a car and expenses.
* Plus, additional remote area specific benefits.
* 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. Please see attached flyer for further details.
Area Profile
WACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. The Kimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over 34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of the population are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mental health unit, three community directorates and a corporate office. WACHS Kimberley provides hospital, community health, public health, remote area health, community aged care and mental health services across the region through a dedicated team of medical, nursing, Aboriginal health, allied health and support staff.
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Priya Fitzwilliam on 9194 2673.
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).
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to apply online at http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please provide the following information as part of your application:
* A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
* A cover letter outlining your suitability for this position.
* A 2–3 page maximum document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF).
* The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees – preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
Selection Criteria
Please see the attached Job Description Form.
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. 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 six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
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). #J-18808-Ljbffr