AddressClinical Nurse Specialist - Remote
This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time, Casual, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency across all remote clinic locations in the Kimberley.
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 29/08/2025.
Relax on white sandy beaches, characterised by pristine turquoise waters. Take in nature's beauty and experience the colours of the Kimberley, kayaking, snorkelling, fishing and whale watching.
The Kimberley Population Health Unit mission is to optimise the health of Kimberley communities by working in partnership and embedding the principles of public and primary healthcare in our work. This is a multifaceted role in the Primary Care sector that enables them to be proactive in the treatment and prevention of chronic disease and the promotion of healthy lifestyles. Our Directorate actively supports and encourages diversity and inclusion across all occupational groups through the development and implementation of initiatives aimed at accessing and improving employment and mentoring opportunities for all people. Your skill set will enable you work across multiple clinical locations such as: Warmun, Kalumburu, One Arm Point, Lombadina, Looma, Noonkanbah, Wangkatjungka, Regional
Position Profile:
To work as a member of a multidisciplinary team within a primary health care framework in partnership with the community, community council and other organisations. To provide culturally responsive, planned, coordinated and comprehensive primary health and emergency care to the individuals and families of the respective community.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary employees may be eligible to enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Location based allowances including:
- additional North West paid leave
- Isolation leave as per ANF agreement 4 weeks per year
- District Allowance - regional specific
- Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
- Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
- Free furnished and equipped housing – pet and family friendly plus phone, Sat TV and internet
- Relocation allowance (For further information refer to “Belong” and “Relocation incentive” attachments)
- Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA- 2 weeks
- 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
- Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
- Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
- Professional Development opportunities
- Continuous learning opportunities
- 11% Superannuation Guarantee.
- 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
Area Profile : WACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. The Kimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over 34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of the population are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mental health unit, three Community Directorates and a Corporate Office. WACHS Kimberley provides hospital, community health, public health, remote area health, community aged care, and mental health services across the region through a dedicated team of medical, nursing, Aboriginal health, allied health, and support staff.
Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA
Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact Monica Frain on 08 9194 1***
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
How to Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please provide the following information as part of your application:
- A detailed Cover Letter and CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role- a competency letter is attached as a guide for current qualifications.
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours
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
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
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.
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.
