Clinical Nurse

Clinical Nurse Salary : RN Level 2 $109,599 - $115,682 (plus 12% superannuation) Location : Carnarvon Unit / Division : WACHS - Midwest > Midwest Nursing & Midwifery - Aged Care Work Type : Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time Position No : Closing Date : 4 : 00 PM(YYYY-MM-DD) Attachments : This is for a Permanent or Fixed Term Full Time appointment up to 80 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the aged care team at Carnarvon Health Campus in the Midwest. To be successful, you will have... Advanced nursing practice within the Residential, Aged and Palliative Care setting. Advanced skills in planning, coordination and decision making, within the Residential, Aged and Palliative Care setting. Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, oral and written communication skills and proven ability to build, lead and maintain relationship in a team environment. Demonstrated understanding of continuous quality improvement programs and risk management within practice. Position Profile The primary responsibility of the Clinical Nurse is to manage, coordinate and deliver competent nursing care for patients in the Residential Aged Care facility, using leadership and advanced nursing skills and knowledge relevant to the practice setting. Takes a key leadership role in Residential Aged Care and Palliative service delivery Initiative within the Carnarvon district boundaries. Selection Criteria Please see the attached Job Description Form. Eligibility to Apply 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). How to Apply Applicants are requested to apply online. Please provide the following information as part of your application: A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role A cover letter outlining their suitability for this position. A 2-3 page maximum document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF) The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current / recent supervisor or manager. What we offer In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits: Location based allowances (if applicable) including: additional North West paid leave District Allowance - regional specific Annual travel subsidy (ALTC) Air-conditioning subsidy allowance. Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA. 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. Professional Development opportunities Continuous learning opportunities 12% Superannuation Guarantee WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work / roster options, where operationally appropriate. As a WA Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details. Area Profile 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr