We are seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join our Population Health Team in Karratha.
This is for a Fixed Term Full-time appointment for 12 months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
Location: KarrathaWork Type: Fixed Term—FullTimePosition No: 00614768 Closing Date: 2024 - 12 - 16 4 : 00 PM ( YYYY-MM-DD )About this role: We are seeking a passionate individual who is eager to embrace the challenges and rewards of working in rural and remote health.
This position promotes the health and well-being of children, families and specific community groups using a range of health promotion, health education, surveillance and early intervention strategies that are based on the principles of primary health care and service priorities.
What we are looking for: Possession of a certificate or diploma in Child & Adolescent Community Health Nursing (or equivalent) through an accredited institution with demonstrated experience and well-developed clinical nursing skills in a Child and Community Health setting.Understanding of the principles and practice of Primary Health Care and the application to practice.Demonstrated effective interpersonal written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate across a diverse spectrum of the population.Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.A current WA C-class driver's licence and the ability and willingness to travel within the region with possible overnight stays.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: In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including:
Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent or other everyday living expensesUp to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hireAccess to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expensesAdditional Remote Area Specific Benefits.Paid study leave assistance – regional specific as per EBAContinuous learning and Professional Development opportunities11.5% Superannuation Guarantee.Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact Angie Hankinson on 0475 952 165.
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.
AHPRA Registration: To be considered for this position you need to be eligible for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Board (AHPRA).
If you are not eligible for registration, please do not continue this application.
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.
Diversity Statement: 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.
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