12% Superannuation Guarantee.
Step into a rewarding career as a Clinical Nurse Consultant- Renal, where your expertise will shape the future of renal care across the Wheatbelt region. This senior role offers the opportunity to provide advanced complex patient care while leading, educating and supporting multidisciplinary teams to deliver best practice services. As a specialist resource you'll work closely with staff, patient and families, providing consultancy and guidance that makes a difference to patient outcomes. Based in the welcoming Northam community, this role combines professional impact with the lifestyle benefits of regional living.
About The OPPORTUNITY
This position provides clinical leadership, education and consultancy to patients and clinical health care professionals and providers internal and external to the position and the region.
To be successful in this role
To be successful in this role, you will have...
* Significant knowledge, experience and leadership in area of speciality.
* Highly developed communication skills and proven ability to build and maintain relationships.
* Experience in the application of continuous quality improvement principles including managing change and the implementation and evaluation of integrated clinical governance strategies.
* Expert knowledge and application of research and best practice principles.
* Current knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Work Health and Safety and how these impact on employment and service delivery.
* Possession of a current C or C-A class drivers licence with an ability to travel within the region.
Want to know more about this role?
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact Susan Chambers on 0448 023 575 or susan.chambers@health.wa.gov.au.
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.
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
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to apply online at the WA Health jobs site. 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 (2-3 pages maximum) addressing the selection criteria as listed on the Job Description Form (JDF)
* The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferably one of your current/recent supervisor or manager.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
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).
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. For further information please refer to the WWC website. 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.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. 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).
Diversity Statement
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a high-quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
Subsequent Vacancies
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 twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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