Staff Development Nurse

Staff Development Nurse – East Metropolitan Health Service This is a permanent part‑time appointment at 56 hours per fortnight. Inclusion and Equity EMHS is committed to ensuring that our services are delivered by people who are representative of the diverse communities we assist. We wholly embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage people to work with us from all ages, races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, family responsibilities or other characteristics, including Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, individuals with a diverse sexuality or gender or bodily diversity, and people with disability. WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. Eligibility to Apply 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). Other Conditions WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Applicants may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre‑employment health assessment. Referees may be asked to comment on integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. Position Profile The Staff Development Nurse is responsible for education and training in relation to clinical practices and, as part of the multidisciplinary team plans, implements and evaluates orientation, education and training at the ward/unit level. The role participates in corporate education & training, facilitates and promotes patient safety and quality of care, and works collaboratively to ensure service is delivered in accordance with health service policy and standards. The Staff Development Nurse/Midwife practices within their scope of practice, considerate of the Nursing and Midwifery Board’s Nursing Practice Decision Flowchart. Area Profile Armadale Health Service (AHS) is a general hospital focused on providing a range of high‑quality health care services in the community. The hospital, part of the Armadale Kalamunda Group, is equipped with an Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit and provides high‑quality general medical and surgery services, rehabilitation, maternity, paediatric and neonatal, mental health, renal medicine and dialysis services and ambulatory care. Employee Benefits 12% employer‑contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance. Flexible working arrangements. Flexible leave arrangements. Other professional and location‑based allowances. For information on superannuation click here. Selection Criteria Please see the attached Job Description Form. Contact Information For further job‑related information, contact Rebekkah Lund, Nurse Unit Manager, at 08 9391 2063. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Application Instructions Applicants are requested to apply online. It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager. Applicants are advised to write a cover letter and a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2–3 pages, as well as provide a detailed curriculum vitae summarising your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Application lodgement is system‑generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00 pm will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr