Clinical Nurse Specialist

Salary: RN SRN Level 2 $121,497 p.a. pro rata (Plus 11% Superannuation)
Location: Eucla and other sites as required
Unit/Division: Goldfields -> Regional
Work Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time
Position No: 00617918
Closing Date: 2024-04-15 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
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This is an exciting newly created position where you will primarily be based at one of the newest WA Country Health Service sites – Eucla.Other sites for this position include Kalgoorlie, Esperance, Norseman, Laverton and Leonora.About UsCountry Nursing and Midwifery Incentive ProgramEver 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.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 REGIONEucla is the easternmost locality in Western Australia, located in the Goldfields-Esperance region along the Eyre Highway, approximately 11 kilometres west of the South Australian border that sees more than 120,000 vehicles enter through the road checkpoints each year.It is the only Western Australian location on the Eyre Highway that has a direct view of the due to its elevated position immediately next to the Eucla Pass – where the highway moves out and above the basin known as that occurs between the Madura and Eucla passes.Eucla has a hotel and restaurant, a police station, a golf club (7 km to the north), a museum dedicated to the Old Telegraph Station, and a meteorological station. These, together with fishing, are the major activities in the locality.Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at andFor more information about Esperance and the Golden Outback - Nullarbor The please visit :About the OPPORTUNITYThis position is a Fixed Term Full Time or Fixed Term Part Time appointment(s) with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency.Casual appointments and Job Share arrangements may be considered.

• Free accommodation will be provided while working in Eucla and MPS sites (Norseman, Laverton Leonora)

• Subsidised accommodation will be provided while working in Kalgoorlie an Esperance.

• A roster pattern that meets the operational requirements for this position is to be negotiated between the suitable applicant(s) and the Director of Nursing when an appointment is made.

Key responsibilities include:This Clinical Nurse Specialist position is responsible for the provision and coordination of primary health care to communities including remote locations. Includes the provision of Nursing Services encompassing emergency care, chronic disease management, child health, immunisation, health promotion, and education.The occupant of this position is required to demonstrate a positive commitment to modelling our organisational values, safety and quality improvement and the Code of Conduct in all aspects of their employment. Compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, standards and legislation including Confidentiality and Work Health and Safety policies is mandatory.To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact Carla Jones on 08 9079 8161.About YouThe successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated effective leadership skills (organisational, supervisory, caseload management and problem-solving skills).
• Demonstrated extensive clinical experience including assessment skills, triage and emergency management skills, clinical problem solving and understanding of chronic disease management.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of primary health care principles and programs.

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

. * Generous salary packaging benefits:

• Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses

• Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working and leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances
• District Allowance – Region Specific

Application InstructionsApplicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria no longer than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae 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 StatementWA 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 VacanciesWhilst 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.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: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.