Find your place in the Wheatbelt. With opportunities available in Northam, Narrogin and Moora, take the next step in your career as a Clinical Nurse Manager- Aboriginal Health and build meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal communities while leading and supporting a committed Aboriginal heath team. This is your chance to help shape culturally responsive services that make a lasting difference. Enjoy the balance of country living in a welcoming regional community, all while doing work that truly matters.
About the OPPORTUNITY
Responsible for coordinating the development, planning, implementation and evaluation of holistic clinical services and relevant health promotion programs to the Aboriginal communities serviced by Population Health. The role provides leadership, supervision and support to the Aboriginal Health Team to facilitate appropriate client and program outcomes, as well as being responsible for the delivery of safe care outcomes and upholding the standards of nursing and midwifery.
To be successful in this role, you will have…
* An advanced ability to apply expert clinical knowledge and skills across all models of care for outpatient and community nursing.
* Ability and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people including knowledge and understanding of cultural issues and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health.
* Skills and experience in program planning, implementation and evaluation, including evidence of effective services and client outcomes.
* Knowledge and understanding of the principles of primary health care and their application in service delivery.
* Knowledge of legislative obligations for Nursing and Midwifery, Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Work Health and Safety, and how these impact on employment and service delivery.
* In possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers license.
Want to know more about this role?
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact Colleen Inoue on (08) 9690 2888 or
What we offer
The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:
* Paid Study Leave.
* Generous Salary Packaging Benefits.
* Up to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses.
* Up to $2650 on meals and entertainment.
* Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expenses.
* WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
* Professional Development opportunities.
* 12% Superannuation Guarantee.
* 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.
* Relocation support may be available for the right applicant.
Area Profile
The Wheatbelt region spans 155,000 square kilometres, encompassing six Aboriginal lands and language groups. From Jurien Bay on the coast to Southern Cross in the East, Dalwallinu in the north, and Lake Grace in the south, the region offers extensive opportunities. Health services include emergency and inpatient care, outpatient medical, nursing, and allied health services, as well as cancer, renal, palliative, rehabilitation, aged care, mental health, public health, health promotion, and child, school, and community health services. District hospitals in Narrogin, Northam, Merredin, and Moora, along with 35 smaller community hospitals and health centres, ensure comprehensive care across the region. With a strong community spirit and diverse career prospects, WACHS Wheatbelt is ideal for living, working, and exploring.
Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA (https://www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au/Our-workforce/Work-with-us/Living-and-working-in-country-WA)
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).
Work Location: In person