Location: Halls Creek
Unit/Division: WACHS - Kimberley > Kimberley > Halls Creek Community Health
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time
Opportunities are abundantin the Kimberley
An opportunity existsfor talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the Team inHalls Creek for a permanent full-time or fixed term period with thepossibility of an extension(s) and/or permanency
Great benefits includinglocation allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional weekannual leave
* Generous Salary PackagingBenefits
* The Country Nursing &Midwifery Incentive Program
* As a WA Country HealthService employee, you're entitled to discounts acrosssome private health care funds. Please see attached flyer forfurther details.
To be successful, you will have...
* Eligibility for registration in the category of RegisteredNurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Demonstrated commitment in the application of PrimaryHealth Care Principles and a Community Development approach topractice.
* Demonstrated knowledge of cultural factors and socialdeterminants, particularly as they relate to AboriginalHealth.
* Demonstrated ability to function independently and as partof a multidisciplinary, multi-sectoral and interagencyteam.
* Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communicationskills including via the use of computer programs.
* Current C Class drivers Licence and an ability andwillingness to travel including overnight stays away fromhome.
Position Profile: The Clinical Nurse / School Health Nurse isresponsible for providing a high level of primary health care toachieve the optimum state of health for individuals, families andcommunities with the emphasis in the area of SchoolHealth.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazingrange of benefits:
* Location based allowances including:
* additional North West paid leave
* District Allowance - regional specific
* Air-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 livingexpenses
* Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holidayaccommodation and venue hire
* Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollarsfor a car and expenses.
* Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
* Professional Development opportunities
* Continuous learning opportunities
* WACHS 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 Profile
WACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. TheKimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of thepopulation are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mentalhealth 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 servicesacross 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 Rosie Pollard 08 9168 9203.
Eligibility to Apply: Australiancitizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement forapplicants to be considered for permanent positions in the publicsector.
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 role
* A 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 Form
If 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 six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses therecruitment 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
WA Health is committed to eliminating all formsofdiscrimination in the provision of our service. We embracediversity and strongly encourage applications fromAboriginaland Torres Strait Islander peoples,peoplefrom culturally diverse backgrounds and people withdisabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the contextof aquality health service. WA Health is committed to a smokefree environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
Position Title Clinical Nurse
Agency WA Country Health Service
Location Halls Creek
Unit/Division WACHS - Kimberley > Kimberley > Halls Creek Community Health
Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time
Position No. 00615418
Closing Date 2025-05-19 4:00 PM
Position Title Clinical Nurse
Location Halls Creek
Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time
Position No. 00615418
Closing Date 2025-05-19 4:00 PM
Description
CRVCID 668677
Opportunities are abundantin the Kimberley
An opportunity existsfor talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the Team inHalls Creek for a permanent full-time or fixed term period with thepossibility of an extension(s) and/or permanency
Great benefits includinglocation allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional weekannual leave
* Generous Salary PackagingBenefits
* The Country Nursing &Midwifery Incentive Program
* As a WA Country HealthService employee, you're entitled to discounts acrosssome private health care funds. Please see attached flyer forfurther details.
To be successful, you will have...
* Eligibility for registration in the category of RegisteredNurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Demonstrated commitment in the application of PrimaryHealth Care Principles and a Community Development approach topractice.
* Demonstrated knowledge of cultural factors and socialdeterminants, particularly as they relate to AboriginalHealth.
* Demonstrated ability to function independently and as partof a multidisciplinary, multi-sectoral and interagencyteam.
* Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communicationskills including via the use of computer programs.
* Current C Class drivers Licence and an ability andwillingness to travel including overnight stays away fromhome.
Position Profile: The Clinical Nurse / School Health Nurse isresponsible for providing a high level of primary health care toachieve the optimum state of health for individuals, families andcommunities with the emphasis in the area of SchoolHealth.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazingrange of benefits:
* 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 asper EBA.
* Generous salary packaging benefits:
*
o Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such asmortgage, your rent or other everyday livingexpenses
o Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holidayaccommodation and venue hire
o Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollarsfor a car and expenses.
* Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
* Professional Development opportunities
* Continuous learning opportunities
* 11.5% Superannuation Guarantee
* WACHS 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 Profile
WACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. TheKimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of thepopulation are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mentalhealth 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 servicesacross 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 Rosie Pollard 08 9168 9203.
Eligibility to Apply: Australiancitizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement forapplicants to be considered for permanent positions in the publicsector.
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 role
* A 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 Form
If 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.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working WithChildren (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to theWWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
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 six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses therecruitment 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
WA Health is committed to eliminating all formsofdiscrimination in the provision of our service. We embracediversity and strongly encourage applications fromAboriginaland Torres Strait Islander peoples,peoplefrom culturally diverse backgrounds and people withdisabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the contextof aquality health service. WA Health is committed to a smokefree environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
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