Roebourne WA location

Make a real difference

Join a fun and dynamic workplace

12 month contract with the possibility of extension

About Mawarnkarra Health Service (MHS)

Mawarnkarra (MHS) is the largest primary health care provider providing direct services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living in the Roebourne area. MHS provides the families of Roebourne with a fully functional and accredited Clinic that treats approximately 3,000 people per year.

Delivering quality medical services to improve the physical, spiritual, cultural, social and emotional wellbeing for families. MHS aspires to be a strong, sustainable and recognised health service that builds healthier communities and positive change for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and those who call Roebourne home.

MHS is looking for people who want to make a real difference in the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.

The Position

The role of Immunisation Nurse is to assist with increasing immunisation uptake as per the Australian Immunisation Schedule for Mawarnkarra patients. The main target population focus for this role is age 16yrs and above, however support to the Child and Maternal Health team may be required for child immunisations. The role will also participate in community education and health promotion to promote uptake and address immunisation concerns within the community.

This role a full-time, fixed term contract for 12 months from commencement date.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. (Refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act (WA) 1984).

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES

Registered Nurse on AHPRA

Qualifications to administer all immunisations

Experience in cold chain management

Health promotion on immunisations

Motivation to provide service excellence

Demonstrated ability to work with best practice standards

Demonstrated high level of clinical skills relevant to the position

Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team environment

Demonstrated ability to problem solve issues on a day-to-day basis

Ability to discuss and explain complex issues to patients/clients

An understanding of the standards required for documentation and electronic data management in health

A demonstrated understanding of the issues and barriers that impact upon the health outcomes of Aboriginal people

Commitment to ongoing participation in education, professional development, evidence-based research and quality assurance

Requirements

Must hold a current NDIS Worker Screening when role is to work with those with a disability

Consent to undergo a Working With Children Check and a National Police Certificate. Employment is conditional pending the outcome of these checks.

Must hold a current Australian Drivers Licence

Current CPR Certificate

All employees are subject to regular random drug and alcohol screening.

Attend and participate in the professional development program and relevant external seminars and conferences, as approved

Remuneration Benefits include:

Salary of $120,030 - $123,085 p/a

11.5% Superannuation

Housing and District allowances (subject to eligibility)

Full Time, Monday to Friday - No more weekend work!

Generous Salary Sacrifice options available

Applications

Apply now or please send your resume with a cover letter addressing the skills and experience mentioned above to [email protected]

MHS may commence appointment proceedings immediately, appoint by invitation or make no appointment at all. This opportunity is only open to candidates with the right to work in Australia.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. (Refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act (WA) 1984).