Clinical Nurse

We currently have 1.00 FTE to fill for a Clinical Nurse – Community Health as a

Permanent Full time appointment.

Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program 

Ever considered a career in the country? The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive program is available to support new and existing nurses and midwives - across a broad range of patient-facing roles.  It is available to new and existing nurses working full-time, part-time on fixed-term and permanent contracts across 76 select sites. Eligible nurses and midwives may receive between $5,000 and $17,000 paid over 12-months.

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

Working with WA Country Health Service -  Goldfields 

Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA

For more information about living in Kalgoorlie please visit: Move to Kal - Kalgoorlie - Move to Kal

About the OPPORTUNITY

As a Clinical Nurse - Community Health you will be responsible for the identification of health needs in the community and the planning, implementation, evaluation and review of health programs in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Manager. You will manage, coordinate and deliver competent nursing care for clients/patients using leadership and advanced nursing skills and knowledge relevant to the practice setting with a Primary Health Care Philosophy.

The town of Kambalda is 60km south of Kalgoorlie-Boulders and is separated into two distinctive town sites, East Kambalda and West Kambalda.

Kambalda Health Centre is located in Kambalda West and provides local health services to the residents of both Kambalda East and Kambalda West.

Health services provided are:

• Outpatients
• Palliative Care
• School Health
• Telehealth
• Others services are provided by visiting WACHS Goldfields staff 
• A private Medical Practice provides GP services
• Aboriginal Health
• Child Health
• Chronic Disease
• Ear Health
• Emergency
• Health Promotion
• Immunisation

To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact  Clinical Nurse Manager- Population Health Nicole Evans on 0418 448 ***

About You

The successful applicant will have:

• Evidence of significant recent post graduate nursing experience with demonstrated advanced nursing knowledge and skill in an emergency setting and/or primary health care.
• Understanding of the principles of Primary Health Care, the Family Partnership approach, client focused care and the application to practice.
• Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and other ethnic cultural issues and the impact on client’s health in a rural environment.

Why work for us: In addition to the opportunity to make a direct and positive contribution to the community, you will work in a collaborative and caring work environment and you will enjoy an amazing range of benefits. 

• 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here. 
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• District Allowance – regional specific
• Subsidised housing and relocation allowance if applicable.
• 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.

Application Instructions

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria on the attached JDF and provide a detailed resume and cover letter which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. 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.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

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 quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in accordance with Part 2 of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies, valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

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.

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.

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

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.  As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED