Clinical Nurse Manager - Paediatrics General Medical Location: Albany
Unit/Division: Great Southern - Albany Health Campus - Medical/Children's Ward
The Great Southern region of Western Australia offers a diverse range of natural attractions, including rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, forests, wildflowers, and the highest peaks in the south. The region's strong tourism and primary production sectors drive the local economy, with Albany at its heart, home to WACHS Great Southern and its historic port. The Regional Health Service includes a main facility in Albany, supported by Multi-Purpose Service sites in Bremer Bay, Denmark, Gnowangerup, Jerramungup, Katanning, Kojonup, Plantagenet, Ravensthorpe, and Tambellup.
About Us: Albany Health Campus provides comprehensive services, including medical, surgical, emergency, midwifery, chemotherapy, specialist clinics, and patient support programs. We prioritize diversity, inclusion, and professional development across all roles.
As a Clinical Nurse Manager, you will: Deliver clinical leadership and expertise in medical and paediatric nursing.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care.Develop and promote nursing standards, clinical governance, and culturally appropriate practices.Manage resources, budgets, and staff recruitment to meet performance goals.Lead quality improvement initiatives and support educational programs.Align with strategic plans, standards, and operational goals while fostering a positive workplace culture.Key Requirements: Eligibility for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.Demonstrated well developed clinical, managerial and leadership skills including leading change.Demonstrated well developed ability to manage human, material and environmental resources to achieve safe high quality consumer centred care.Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict resolution.Demonstrated ability in the application of quality improvement and risk management in the delivery of patient care.Demonstrated computing skills to enable manipulation of online data, data entry into health information systems, navigation of online policies, internal communication and completion of online learning resources.Current knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements in the areas of Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Occupational Safety & Health.Post graduate qualifications in a relevant speciality e.g. Paediatric Nursing, Nursing Management.Knowledge of contemporary issues and trends in Rural Health Service Delivery.Application Instructions: A detailed resume that clearly demonstrates your relevant work experience and achievements;A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and abilities as they relate to the position;A statement addressing the selection criteria (JDF attached).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).
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.
Lodgement: System generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.
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