_Ever considered a career in the country? The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive program is available to support new and existing nurses and midwives - across a broad range of patient-facing roles. It is available to new and existing nurses working full-time, part-time on fixed-term and permanent contracts across 76 select sites._ _Eligible nurses and midwives may receive between $5,000 and $17,000 paid over 12-months._
The WA Country Health Service’s core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.
Our *vision* is to be global leader in rural and remote healthcare.
Our values of *Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity* shape who we are, how we behave, how we interact with each other, how we make decisions and how we provide care to our patients.
*About the REGION*
Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting more information about moving to the Goldfields, please visit the OPPORTUNITY*
*We are looking for experienced Registered Nurses to join the High Dependency Unit at Kalgoorlie Health Campus.*
*This is for Permanent Full-Time, Permanent Part time, Fixed Term Full time or Fixed Term Part Time appointment(s) with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency.*
The High Dependency Unit (HDU) provides clinical care for the highest acuity patients admitted to the hospital. That is HDU patients who have life-threatening or potentially life-threatening conditions such as multi-organ dysfunction. HDU patient management requires continuous monitoring, point of care diagnostics and complex supportive therapy.
The unit has two single rooms. One which is a negative pressure isolation room and the other a cardiac protected room. Also, there are four open bays. The unit is located adjacent to the Kalgoorlie Health Campus Emergency Department. The unit may be operated as a five or six bed unit depending on acuity, staffing and requirement. Opposite the HDU staff station are four open bay short stay beds, though these are not currently operational on an ongoing basis.
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact *Aaron Mcpherson* on *08 9080 5267.*
*About You*
The successful applicant will:
* Demonstrated competent nursing practice, within the High Dependency Care setting
* Demonstrated competence in planning, coordination and decision making in the management of patients, within the High Dependency setting.
* Demonstrates incorporation of quality and risk management within practice.
*Why work for us: *In addition to the opportunity to make a direct and positive contribution to the community, you will work in a collaborative and caring work environment and you will enjoy an amazing range of benefits.
* 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information visit Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
* Flexible working arrangements
* Flexible leave arrangements
* Other professional and location based allowances
* District Allowance – Region Specific
* Accommodation Provided (subject to availability)
*Application Instructions*
*Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria no longer than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises 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. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
*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.
*Subsequent Vacancies*
Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in accordance with _Part 2 of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies,_ 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.
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: 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*.
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
*Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.*
*LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED*
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term
Pay: $75,957.00 – $96,712.00 per year
Work Location: In person