We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Staff Development Nurse to provide support and education to nurses working within the Goldfields Region of Western Australia! Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program Ever considered a career in the country?
The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive program is available to support new and existing nurses and midwives - across a broad range of patient-facing roles. It is available to new and existing nurses working full-time, part-time on fixed-term and permanent contracts across 76 select sites. Eligible nurses and midwives may receive between $5,000 and $17,000 paid over 12-months. As the Staff Development Nurse in this role, you will be actively involved in the professional development of all nursing and other staff in relation to the full range of clinical issues, with an emphasis on clinical development and the training elements of clinical risk management.
The position may be required to hold a specialist area portfolio.
To be successful, you will have the following: Advanced demonstrated experience as a nurse in a range of clinical practice contexts.Experience in staff education and training.Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).Experience in Quality Improvement activities.Knowledge of principles of Performance Development.Area Profile The Goldfields region of the WA Country Health Service covers the Goldfields-Esperance Region of Western Australia.
The region is located in the south eastern corner of Western Australia and covers 770,488 sq km (including offshore islands).
The WA Country Health Service Goldfields consists of two main health campuses located in Kalgoorlie & Esperance, and three smaller hospitals located in Laverton, Leonora, and Norseman.
The Goldfields is a culturally rich region with a number of Aboriginal communities spread out across the region, 16 distinct Aboriginal language groups and an Aboriginal population that represents 12.3 percent of our total population, with 1 in 10 people, on average, identifying as Aboriginal – this in comparison to the state average of 3.6 percent.
The region supports a wide range of industry, including mining, agriculture, aquaculture, and tourism.
Why work for us?The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits: Eligibility toward the Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive ProgramWA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive ProgramUp to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expensesUp to $2650 on meals and entertainmentAccess to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expensesPlease provide the following information as part of your application:
A detailed CV that clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria listed on the job description form.A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF).The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.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.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service.
WA Health is committed to a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
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.
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). Lodgement is 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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