We are seeking an experienced Staff Development Nurse for our Aged Care facility, Karlarra House based in South Hedland in the Pilbara.
This is for a Permanent position with Full-Time hours. Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program Ever considered a career in the country?
The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive program is available to new and existing nurses and midwives - across a broad range of patient-facing roles - on fixed term or permanent contracts at 76 select locations.
Eligible nurses and midwives can receive between $5,000 and $17,000 paid over 12 months. About this role: The primary responsibility of the Staff Development Nurse is to contribute to the attainment of Pilbara Region health goals by ensuring opportunities for the development and assurance of clinical competence of nursing staff through the delivery of high-quality staff development programs and support of nursing staff and students.
In conjunction with the Nurse Educator, this position plans, implements and evaluates inter-professional programs addressing the learning needs of nurses and midwives within the Pilbara region including graduate nurses and midwives, to meet the regulatory, quality and safety practice standards within the health service with an overarching focus on consumer centred care.
You will identify educational needs, and prepare, conduct and facilitate training to meet identified needs and ongoing assessment of the knowledge and skills of nursing staff, and will actively be 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.
You will also provide support for new staff, including orientation, coaching and preceptorship.
This role reports to Clinical Nurse Manager and works collaboratively with the Regional Nurse Educator and other regional Staff Development Nurses.
Whilst the position is based at Karlarra House South Hedland, our education responsibilities stretch across the Pilbara Region.
What we are looking for: Highly experienced and values-driven Staff Development NurseDemonstrated high level of experience as a nurse providing clinical knowledge and expertise within the clinical area of Aged CareExperience in planning and implementing education and training programs and participation in the planning and implementation of hospital wide Staff Development programs.What we offer: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including:
Location based allowances including:additional North West paid leaveDistrict Allowance - regional specificAnnual travel subsidy (ALTC)Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.Heavily subsidised housing Government Regional Officer HousingFlexible working and leave arrangementsGenerous salary packaging benefits:Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your 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 opportunities5% Superannuation Guarantee.Private Health Fund Benefits - discounts across some private health care funds.How to apply: Applicants are required to apply online and your application should include:
A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF)A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees.
It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours.
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 and contact the person named in the advert for further advice.
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.
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.
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 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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