Description:
Fantastic opportunity in South Hedland for an experienced Clinical Nurse in our Emergency department
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 - WA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program
About this role: Clinical Nurse Emergency - The primary responsibility of the Clinical Nurse is to manage, coordinate and deliver comprehensive evidenced based nursing care for patients, using leadership and advanced nursing skills and knowledge relevant to the practice setting of the Emergency Department.
The Clinical Nurse role provides advanced clinical and problem-solving skills, expert planning, and coordination skills in the clinical management of Emergency Department patients with complex care needs, ensuring quality standards are met.
What we are looking for:
- advanced clinical knowledge and experience in the delivery of evidence-based nursing care, and advanced skills in planning, coordination and decision making within an emergency setting
- expert clinical leadership in patient's/client's assessment, care planning and practice and role model to and collaborate with the healthcare team
- ability to function in complex situations whilst providing support and direction to the healthcare team
- a high level of clinical critical thinking and problem-solving skills, applying theory into nursing practice in the provision of best practice
- well-developed team leadership skills to drive a positive team environment
- ability to engage with the nurse leaders and healthcare team to achieve best practice outcomes within the work unit environment.
About the Area: The Town of Port Hedland, including South Hedland, is an oasis in the wilderness, a vibrant town that combines rugged adventure with a thriving community spirit. This is your chance to be part of something truly extraordinary. Make lifelong friends, participate in community events, and join in the spirit of local activities. Experience the warmth and camaraderie that comes from living in a tight-knit town, where everyone looks out for each other.
Beyond work, Port Hedland offers an incredible lifestyle that blends adventure, relaxation, and a strong community. Explore the vast expanses of Karijini National Park, with its majestic gorges, cascading waterfalls, and ancient landscapes. Dive into outdoor pursuits like hiking, camping, fishing, and off-road driving. Immerse yourself in the rich Indigenous culture and learn from the traditional custodians of this land. Australia’s Northwest.
Hedland Health Campus officially opened its doors on 17th November 2010 as the Regional Health Care Hub for the Pilbara after significant building works were completed to update the original Port Hedland Hospital. It also provides valuable support to smaller regional sites including Newman Health Campus, Marble Bar Health Clinic and Nullagine Nursing Post. Built on Colebatch Way next to Karlarra House residential aged – care facility, it provides Pilbara residents with access to specialists in one location. Some of the Health Campus’ services include but are limited to: 24/7 emergency dept, Aged care services, Allied health services, Day surgery and Outpatient units, Mental health, drug and alcohol services, High dependency unit, Inpatient unit, Medical imaging, Maternity and obstetric service, Paediatric unit, Pharmacy, Population health services, Renal dialysis, Telehealth and Visiting specialists across various specialities.
What we offer: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Location based allowances including:
- additional North West paid leave
- District Allowance - regional specific
- Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
- Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
- Heavily subsidised housing Government Regional Officer Housing
- Relocation allowance (For further information refer to attachments or the following links : Belong (health.wa.gov.au) WA Health Relocation Incentives FAQs )
- Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA
- Generous salary packaging benefits:
- Flexible working and leave arrangements
- Professional Development opportunities
- Continuous learning opportunities
- 11% Superannuation Guarantee. For further information click here.
- Private Health Fund Benefits - discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.
Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact Jacinta Carroll, Clinical Nurse manager Emergency on Tel: 08 9174 1438
We think you’ll like it here : Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch these videos to find out what they have to say.
Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at: WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA.
How to apply? Applicants are required to apply online and your application should include:
- A comprehensive CV clearly listing your professional achievements
- a written statement addressing the work-related selection criteria in the JDF
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for your selected field of nursing
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees (one of your referees should be your current supervisor or manager)
If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 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. You are encouraged to discuss this with the contact person listed in the advertisement before completing the application as there are several steps that are required to be completed prior to progressing any application for employment.
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.
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.
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.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
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 quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.