Position Overview
Clinical Nurse Salary: RN Level 2 $109,599 - $115,682 (plus 12% superannuation).
Location: Kununurra.
Unit/Division: WACHS – Kimberley.
Work Type: Fixed Term – Full Time or Permanent – Full Time.
Closing Date: ************:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD).
This position is offered as a Full-Time appointment (76 hours per fortnight) on a Permanent or Fixed Term basis, with the possibility of extension(s) and or permanency.
To be considered, you will have...
Eligibility for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Certificate in Family and Child Health or equivalent.
Demonstrated commitment in the application of primary health care principles and a community development approach to child health nursing practice.
Demonstrated knowledge of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal health.
Demonstrated ability to function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary, multi-sectoral and inter-agency team.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Current C Class Driver's Licence and an ability and willingness to travel via road and / or small aircraft including overnight stays away from home.
It is highly desirable that the successful applicant will hold an immunisation certificate and / or have Community Health nursing experience.
Responsibilities
The position is responsible for providing a high level of primary health care with the emphasis in the area of Child Health.
Benefits
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.
Location based allowances including additional North West paid leave, district allowance – regional specific, annual travel subsidy (ALTC), and air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
Paid study leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
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.
Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
Professional development opportunities and continuous learning opportunities.
12% Superannuation Guarantee.
WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options where operationally appropriate.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to apply online.
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 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.
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).
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.
Contact
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Khairul Madkhul on *********.
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