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Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $33.97 - $47.69 per hr (plus super)
Hours per week: 28
Location: Dubbo, NSW
Registered Nurse – Patient Transport Service
Operations Directorate – vCare, Dubbo
About the role:
The Registered Nurse – Patient Transport Service is an integral part of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, working under the direction and supervision of the 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:
Dubbo is a major regional city with a population of around 50,000 people, situated on the beautiful Macquarie River, 420 kilometres north-west of Sydney. It is a progressive city with a thriving town centre. There are daily flights, trains and buses to the eastern seaboard and many regional towns. Known as the cosmopolitan heart of New South Wales, Dubbo has great shopping and sporting facilities and provides a perfect base from which to explore the eastern interior of our beautiful state.
Living in Dubbo you’ll be rewarded with a relaxed and convenient lifestyle. Residents who have relocated to live and work here have described the real sense of community as the key difference that sets it apart from metropolitan cities such as Sydney. People here are relaxed, down to earth, friendly and so welcoming.
Visit dubbo.com.au for more information.
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.
Candidates should note that this position is not eligible for work rights sponsorship.
Applications will close 26 Mar 2023 – 11:59pm ***closing date extended***
For role related enquiries, please reach out to Sandra Guilfoyle on (02) 6809 8805 or sandra.guilfoyle@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.
