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SalaryWelcome to St John of God Health Care
St John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 27 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,500 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.
With over 127 years' experience in health care, we have an excellent reputation as a caring, nurturing and supportive employer. Learning is highly valued and there are many opportunities for professional development.
The Position
St John of God Geraldton Hospital is a 60 bed private hospital, providing services that include General Medicine, Surgery, Maternity, Special Care Nursery, Paediatrics, Day Surgery, After-hours GP, Oncology and Palliative care to the people of Geraldton and surrounding communities.
Geraldton is renowned for its contemporary coastal hub of cafes, shops, street art and galleries. It is also known for its beautiful beaches and warm climate and is known as the windsurfing capital of Australia.
You will never be short of anything to do in Geraldton, with an ever-growing events and entertainment scene. Offering everything from live music, theatre, comedy and dance, to Fringe Festivals, Geraldton is cementing itself as a leader in entertainment in WA.
Are you a dynamic Clinical Nurse looking to take the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse to join the friendly, welcoming and dedicated Theatre team.
As Clinical Nurse, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving the standard of nursing care, providing clinical expertise and local leadership to ensure that quality patient care is delivered, and the Core Mission and Values of SJGHS are achieved and upheld.
This position is offered on a permanent part-time basis, working 32 hours per fortnight.
The successful candidate will have:
- A willingness and capacity to embrace the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care.
- Current registration with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia.
- Relevant post basic qualification (e.g. Midwifery, Intensive Care etc.)
- Significant recent post-registration experience and the ability to practice at an advanced level.
- Knowledge of relevant acts, codes and standards relevant to current practice.
- Demonstrated commitment to personal ongoing education and professional development.
- Commitment to nursing/midwifery and other clinical projects that are implemented in order to improve patient care.
- Well-developed leadership skills, including the ability to supervise, give direction and delegate to the team.
- Ability to plan, assess and develop team and individual performance.
- Ability to identify and solve problems, including conflict resolution.
- High level communication skills.
- Generous salary packaging options
- Up to $15,900 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, or other everyday living expenses
- Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
- Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
- A welcoming & supportive culture
- Flexible work options
- Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance
- Option to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave
- Highly competitive salary & conditions
- Opportunities for post-graduate course support
- Dynamic multidisciplinary team
- Professional development opportunities
- Various corporate discounts & benefits
- On-site parking
- Employee Assistance Program
- Assistance with Australian work visas and temporary or permanent Employer Nominated Sponsorship (where applicable)
St John of God Health Care embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. We are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people in our care and proactively take measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse.
All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Covid-19 in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.
For enquiries, please contact Kristie Hutton, Operating Theatre Nurse Unit Manager, on (08) 9965 8893
