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Location: Halls CreekUnit/Division: WACHS - Kimberley > Halls Creek Community HealthWork Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full TimeAn opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the team in Halls Creek on a permanent full-time or fixed term basis with possibility of extension and/or permanencyGreat benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leaveGenerous Salary Packaging BenefitsThe Country Nursing & Midwifery Incentive ProgramAs a WA Country Health Service employee, youre entitled to discounts across some private healthcare funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.To be successful, you will have...Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.Demonstrated commitment in the application of Primary Health Care Principles and a Community Development approach to practice.Certificate in Family and Child Health or equivalent.Demonstrated knowledge of cultural factors and social determinants, particularly as they relate to Aboriginal Health.Demonstrated ability to function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary, multi-sectoral and interagency team.Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including via the use of computer programs.Current C Class drivers Licence and an ability and willingness to travel including overnight stays away from home.Position Profile:The primary responsibilities of the Clinical Nurse is responsible for providing a high level of primary health care to achieve the optimum state of health for individuals, families and communities with the emphasis in the area of Child Health.What we offerIn addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:Location based allowances including:additional North West paid leaveDistrict Allowance - regional specificAir-conditioning subsidy allowance.Paid study Leave assistance regional specific as per EBA.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 expenses.Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.Professional Development opportunitiesContinuous learning opportunitiesWACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.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 eligible locations. Eligible nurses and midwives can receive between $5,000 and $17,000 in support over 12 months. Please refer to the WA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program website for eligibility criteria.Area ProfileWACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. The Kimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over 34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of the population are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mental health unit, three Community Directorates and a Corporate Office. WACHS Kimberley provides hospital, community health, public health, remote area health, community aged care, and mental health services across the region through a dedicated team of medical, nursing, Aboriginal health, allied health, and support staff.Want to know more about this role?We encourage you to contact Rosie Pollard 08 9168 9203.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 here.Please provide the following information as part of your application:A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this roleA cover letter outlining their suitability for this positionA 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.Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.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 applicants 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.This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: here.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 six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our communitys needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDEREDWA 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr