Clinical Nurse Manager – Maternity Neonates
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Clinical Nurse Manager – Maternity Neonates
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This is for a Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time or Fixed Term Part Time appointment at various hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Nurse Manager to lead our Maternity and Newborn Ward at Albany Health Campus. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for upholding the highest standards of nursing practice and monitoring the care of our clients and patients in a collaborative environment. You will manage resources effectively and ensure the provision of safe, cost-effective care that aligns with our mission to deliver exceptional health services to our community.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide clinical leadership, expertise, and consultancy to nursing, medical, and allied health professionals within the Maternity & Newborn nursing domains.
* Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing practice standards while promoting collaborative care amongst multidisciplinary teams.
* Coordinate quality improvement projects to enhance patient outcomes and ensure a customer-focused service delivery.
* Oversee the efficient utilisation of human, financial, and material resources, maintaining accountability for budget management and cost control strategies.
* Foster positive relationships with clients, peers, and healthcare team members, ensuring culturally appropriate care for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Ideal Candidate
* Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Maternity and Newborn care.
* Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide nursing teams.
* Strong managerial capabilities, including experience in resource management, budgeting, and performance monitoring.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective negotiation and conflict resolution.
* Knowledge of quality improvement practices and risk management in patient care delivery.
* Familiarity with legislative and regulatory requirements impacting healthcare service delivery.
* Proficient in data management and health information systems.
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact Eliza Mathew 9892 2213
About Us
The WA Country Health Service's core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.
Our vision is to be global leader in rural and remote healthcare.
Our values of Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity shape who we are, how we behave, how we interact with each other, how we make decisions and how we provide care to our patients.
About The REGION
Nursing in the Great Southern
This position is located at the Albany Health Campus. Albany is the largest city of the Great Southern Region of Western Australia, located 418 km from Perth.
Within a few minutes' drive from the Albany Health Campus, you will find stunning wineries, great restaurants, world class swimming and surfing beaches, mountain bike trails, hiking trails and one of the most beautiful coastlines Australia has to offer
Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA
Benefits
Why work for us? The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:
1. Heavily subsidised housing Government Regional Officer Housing
* Paid Study Leave
* Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
o Up to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses
o Up to $2650 on meals and entertainment
o Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expenses
* Flexible work and leave arrangements
* Professional Development opportunities
* 12% Superannuation Guarantee
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online via the 'apply for job' button below. Please provide the following documents and information as part of your application:
* A detailed cover letter and resume that clearly demonstrates your relevant work experience and achievements including the contact details of 2 referees (including a current line manager).
* A written statement addressing the work-related requirements in the JDF (maximum 3-4 pages).
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Eligibility for sponsorship may be considered for some vacancies. You are encouraged to discuss this with the contact person listed in the advertisement before completing the application as there are several steps that are required to be completed prior to progressing any application for employment.
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 quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
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 at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
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.
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).
Similar Vacancy: 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.
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 quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
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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