KAMS now has an opportunity for Remote Area Nurses to join their friendly, multidisciplinary team in Mulan on a full time basis, roster 6 weeks on, 3 weeks off. Reporting to the Health Centre Manager, you will be required to work as part of a team delivering coordinated and comprehensive Primary Health and emergency care to clients and their community.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
Providing professional, evidence-based primary healthcare to individuals, families and communities;Delivering health promotion and education activities, coordinating assigned health programs (i.e; Chronic Condition or Maternal and Child Health);Taking a holistic approach to assessing clients, supporting patients to understand their condition, treatment and prevention strategies;Working in consultation with the multidisciplinary health care team to streamline an integrated patient journey across all providers;Participating in an on-call roster to provide a 24/7 emergency care service.What you'll need to be successful
To be successful, you will be currently registered with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse and have demonstrated post-graduate experience in the delivery of comprehensive primary health care, including emergency care. You'll have a solid understanding of cultural safety and a commitment to the principles of Aboriginal community controlled health services. Any experience working in remote areas or with Aboriginal communities will be highly regarded. You'll have solid understanding of good clinical practice and rural/remote health care, with demonstrated experience in a wide range of practical nursing duties and procedures, as well as knowledge of relevant legislation that governs nursing practice.
Importantly, you'll be a collaborative team player with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt your communication style to work effectively with people from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds.
Please note: Due to the frequent travel required, you will need to hold a current, Manual Driver's Licence, and be comfortable travelling by 4WD or light aircraft as required.
About the Benefits KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. This role is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!
While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive salary package including a base salary of $120,292 plus super and a further host of benefits, including: On call loading (25% of base salary);Isolation airfare reimbursement $2,000;Accommodation provided whilst in the community.This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in stunning outback locations. Make a positive difference! KAMSC (Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Council) is a regional Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHS), providing a collective voice for a network of member ACCHS from towns and remote communities across the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
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