Description:
We are seeking a suitably qualified Clinical Nurse Specialist with previous Breast Care Nursing experience to work within the Cancer Services team at the Albany Health Campus as a Clinical Nurse Specialist-McGrath Foundation (metastatic).
This is a Fixed Term vacancy at 45.6 hours per fortnight (0.6 FTE) until 30/06/2026, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
Po sition Profile: The Clinical Nurse Specialist -McGrath Foundation position is supported by the McGrath Foundation. This is an exciting opportunity for a metastatic breast nurse role to develop the already well-established McGrath breast cancer services within the multidisciplinary cancer services team in the Great Southern. The role of the McGrath Metastatic Breast Care Nurse (MBCN) - is to provide specialist nursing care, information, education and support to patients diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. The McGrath MBCN is a highly skilled and motivated practitioner who will utilise expert skills, knowledge and experience to work as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team according to the complexity of care required and the individual need of the patients in their care. The McGrath MBCN will deliver a coordinated, evidenced-based, seamless, and patient focused approach to care through specialist educational resources for patients, carers, and staff. The patient -centred, holistic nursing care provided by the McGrath MBCN is consistent with the approach underpinned by the McGrath Model of Care.
Regional Profile: The Great Southern region is situated on Western Australia’s south coast and covers 39,007 square kilometres. The Great Southern region is unmatched for the scale, diversity, and accessibility of its natural attractions, including a rugged coastline, white sandy beaches, forests, wildflowers, and the highest peaks in southern Western Australia. The region boasts robust tourism and primary production industries which provide the backbone of the economy.
The town of Albany is central to WACHS Great Southern and is located alongside the historically rich and picturesque Port of Albany. The Regional Health Service offers one main healthcare facility in Albany which is widely supported by a network of smaller Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) sites in Bremer Bay, Denmark, Gnowangerup, Jerramungup, Katanning, Kojonup, Plantagenet, Ravensthorpe, and Tambellup.
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The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:
- Relocation assistance
- Belong (health.wa.gov.au)
- Belong: Frequently Asked Questions – WA Health Relocation Incentives
- 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
- As a WA Country Health Service employee, you are entitled to discounts across some private health care funds (flyer attached)
- Generous salary packaging benefits:
- Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
- Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
- Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact Carol Erlank on (08) 9892 2210.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online via the ‘apply for job’ button below. Please provide the following documents and information as part of your application:
- A detailed resume that clearly demonstrates your relevant work experience and achievements including the contact details of two (2) referees (including a current line manager).
- A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and abilities as they relate to the position and what you will bring to the role; and
- A written statement addressing the work-related selection criteria (see attached JDF).
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
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. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
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.
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 high-quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
Subsequent Vacancies
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.