This is for a Permanent or Fixed Term Part Time appointment at up to 45 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Casual appointments may also be considered.

An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the Community Health team in Kalbarri in the Midwest.

To be successful, you will have...

• Possession of or substantial progress towards the attainment of a certificate, diploma or masters in Child and Community Health Nursing (or equivalent) through an accredited institution.
• Experience and nursing skills relevant to community, school and child health.
• Knowledge and ability to implement health promotion principles into clinical practice.
• Ability to develop, implement and evaluate primary health programs.
• Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

Position Profile:

Provides clinical services as part of the core community health programs such as immunisation, school health and child health. Responsible for providing quality primary health services to the community within their own levels of competency to meet planned health outcomes.

Want to know more about this role: We encourage you to contact Ebony Pearse on 08 9927 1242.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

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 (if applicable) including:
• Additional North West paid leave
• District Allowance - regional specific
• Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
• Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
• 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.