Address We are currently recruiting qualified Assistants in Nursing who are looking for an exciting career opportunity in Albany, Western Australia!
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.
Albany Health Campus:
Albany Health Campus is the largest health campus in the Great Southern region and provides a range of services including 24/7 emergency care, acute medical and surgical services, cancer services, community mental health, maternity, and more. The campus is equipped with a high dependency unit, hospital in the home, renal dialysis, and telehealth facilities. Albany Health Campus is committed to providing quality healthcare services to the regional population.
We value our workforce and are committed to offering a broad range of experience and training pathways as well as creating opportunities for continuous learning, mentorship, and skills specialisation for those living and working in the Great Southern.
This is a Recruitment Pool for suitably qualified Assistant in Nursing covering:
Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time and Casual appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
The following should be noted:
The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
Interviews may not be conducted as part of the process however applicants may be contacted to provide additional information.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2024.
Position Profile: We are currently seeking to appoint Assistant in Nursing (AIN) at the Albany Health Campus.
As part of a multidisciplinary team the AIN delivers patient care under the direct supervision and guidance of a Registered Nurse. Suitably qualified candidates will perform the primary function of an Assistant in Nursing as defined in the attached Mandatory Policy 0080/18 Assistant in Nursing Policy and scope of practice document - Assistant in Nursing Duties.
Essential Criteria
To be employed as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) applicants must meet one of the following requirements as outlined in the attached JDF and Mandatory Policy document:
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) OR
Evidence of successful completion of one of the following:
a) Stage 1&2 (66% completion) of a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) approved Diploma of Nursing or
b) Diploma of Nursing and active enrolment into a NMBA approved Bachelor of Nursing conversion program (EN to RN conversion) or
c) Stage 1-3 (50% completion) of a NMBA approved Bachelor of Nursing Program or
d) Stage 1-4 (50% completion) of an NMBA approved dual Bachelor of Science (Nursing)/Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) program and academic good standing.
e) and current and ongoing course enrolment (including evidence of current successful completion of Basic Life Support, Manual/Safe Handling and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) training (inclusive of COVID-19 IPC training)).
The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:
Relocation assistance
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
Flexible working and leave arrangements
Professional Development opportunities
11% Superannuation Guarantee
For Further Job-Related Information: We encourage you to contact Kathrine Morgan on 08 9892 8***.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide:
A comprehensive CV and cover letter summarising your experience and professional qualifications.
The names and contact details (email preferred) of two (2) recent professional referees, preferable for one to be your current supervisor or manager.
A copy of your current visa if non-resident.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
About WACHS: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.
WACHS is committed to living our values. A key focus is on Community, where we apply: Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity.
Commitment to Diversity: 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.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Temporary sponsorship may be considered for suitable applicants with the required experience, skills and who are able to commit to working and living in a rural town. To be eligible for a casual or fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
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 may be subject to a Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check – if essential to location of employment. 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.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
