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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $60,704.55 - $65,958.93 pa (plus super)
Hours per week: 38
Location: Orange, NSW
Enrolled Nurse – Patient Transport Service
Operations Directorate – vCare, Orange
About the role:
The Enrolled Nurse is an integral part of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, working under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (Nurse Coordinator) to support and provide quality care for patients/clients, whilst ensuring the patient is transported in a safe, comfortable and timely manner.
Western NSW LHD encourages suitably qualified Aboriginal people to apply for this position.
This is a targeted position in accordance with GSE Rule 26: Employment of eligible persons. Whereby Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and, where found suitable, will be given higher priority under affirmative action in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants, then applications from non-Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be considered.
Where you’ll be working:
The Orange Region has something for everyone at every stage in life. The region has become the destination of choice for tree-changers looking to swap busy city lifestyles for an authentic life balance. It’s also very affordable to live here, so there is more to spend on the things you love!
The region boasts easy access to modern city infrastructure (home to 41,000 residents), services and culture, pristine natural environment and an unspoilt natural beauty in the landscape which enjoys four distinct seasons in the year. The calendar of cultural, food and arts events is full, and being a safe and secure place to live, it’s a great place to raise a family as part of a friendly community.
Regular flights to Sydney, Brisbane & Melbourne leave each week and it’s just over a 3 hour drive to Sydney or Canberra.
About us:
WNSWLHD is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.
We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.
Watch our video to find out what it is like to work with the Western NSW Local Health District vCare Team:-
Some of the benefits of working with us include:
Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.
Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career.
Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.
Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.
Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.
Access to Salary Packaging to save on tax, Fitness Passport and free and confidential counselling services.
How to apply:
Candidates must read the Position Description and address the Selection Criteria for the role, providing examples where required. You must also upload a copy of your current CV as part of your application. For assistance, see our Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD. For further information on the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
Applications will close 3 Apr 2023 – 11:59pm.
For role related enquiries, please reach out to Rochelle Philip on 0436 819 335 or rochelle.philip@health.nsw.gov.au
COVID-19 Response:
All NSW Health workers are required to provide a record of their COVID-19 vaccination status if successful for this role, or have an approved medical contraindication certificate.
Talent Pool
If we identify a surplus of suitable candidates for this role, you may also be invited to an eligibility list where you could be offered an alternative position per the relevant Award.
