This is for a Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time appointment, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the team at Carnarvon General Ward in the Midwest.

To be successful, you will have...

• Advanced nursing practice within the relevant practice setting.
• Advanced skills in planning, coordination and decision making, within the relevant practice setting.
• Well-developed team leadership and membership skills.
• Well-developed communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to incorporate quality and risk management within practice.

Position Profile:

The primary responsibility of the Clinical Nurse is to manage, coordinate and deliver competent nursing care for patients, using leadership and advanced nursing skills and knowledge relevant to the practice setting. Ability and willingness to undertake Operating Theatre Nursing training and responsibilities is highly desirable.

Want to know more about this role: We encourage you to contact Christopher Cox on 08 9941 0302.

The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive program is available to new and existing nurses and midwives - across a broad range of patient-facing roles - on fixed term or permanent contracts at eligible locations. Eligible nurses and midwives can receive between $5,000 and $17,000 in support over 12 months. Please refer to the WA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program website for eligibility criteria.

Area Profile

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region of Western Australia covers more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with its population concentrated along the coast. The region is located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and incorporates three health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison, is recognised for its unique natural environment and is a culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13% of the overall population.