Ever considered a career in the country? 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 76 select locations. Eligible nurses and midwives can receive between $5,000 and $17,000 paid over 12 months - WA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program

Position Profile:

The primary responsibility of the Clinical Nurse is to manage, coordinate and deliver comprehensive evidence based nursing care for patients, using leadership and advanced nursing skills and knowledge relevant to the critical care setting. To provide competent, evidence based nursing care within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse. To provide clinical supervision for registered nurses enrolled nurses, unregulated care workers and students.

To be successful you will have:

• Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Possession of, or substantial progress towards, the attainment of a certificate, diploma or masters in Child & Adolescent Community Health Nursing (or equivalent) through an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated well developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate across a diverse spectrum of the population.
• Understanding of the principles and practice of Primary Health Care and the application to practice.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural issues and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal and culturally and linguistically diverse communities in regional/rural areas.

What we offer

The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:

• Generous incentives
• WA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program
• Paid Study Leave
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
• Up to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses
• Up to $2650 on meals and entertainment
• Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expenses
• Flexible working and leave arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities
• 12% Superannuation Guarantee

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.

Want to know more about this role: We encourage you to contact Chris Glover on 08 9174 1438.

Eligibility to Apply:

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Eligibility for sponsorship may be considered for some vacancies. You are encouraged to discuss this with the contact person listed in the advertisement before completing the application advertisement before completing the application as there are several steps that are required to be completed prior to progressing any application for employment.

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 CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role
• A cover letter outlining their suitability for this position.
• A 2–3-page maximum document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF)
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• Location based allowances including:
• additional North West paid leave
• District Allowance - regional specific
• Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
• Air travel concession
• Air-Conditioning subsidy allowance (if applicable)
• On call allowances
• Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
• 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.
• Professional Development opportunities
• Continuous learning opportunities
• 12% Superannuation Guarantee
• WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
• 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.

About the Area:

Escape the City: Port Hedland is an oasis in the wilderness, a vibrant town that combines rugged adventure with a thriving community spirit. This is your chance to be part of something truly extraordinary. Make lifelong friends, participate in community events, and join in the spirit of local activities. Experience the warmth and camaraderie that comes from living in a tight-knit town, where everyone looks out for each other.

Beyond work, Port Hedland offers an incredible lifestyle that blends adventure, relaxation, and a close-knit community. Explore the vast expanses of Karijini National Park, with its majestic gorges, cascading waterfalls, and ancient landscapes. Dive into outdoor pursuits like hiking, camping, fishing, and off-road driving. Immerse yourself in the rich Indigenous culture and learn from the traditional custodians of this land.

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

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

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

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED