WACHS Kimberley Clinical Nurse Specialist Pool

Location: Lombadina

Unit/Division: WA Country Health Service - WACHS - Kimberley

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time, Casual

This vacancy is for Permanent, Fixed Term & Casual appointments at various hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency across all remote clinic locations in the Kimberley.

Lombadina is located on beautiful Thomas Bay, 170km North of Broome on the Dampier Peninsula. Relax on white sandy beaches, characterised by pristine turquoise waters. Take in nature's beauty and experience the colours of the Kimberley, kayaking, snorkelling, fishing and whale watching.

• Great benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leave
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
• The Country Nursing & Midwifery Incentive Program
• 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.

The Kimberley Population Health Unit mission is to optimise the health of Kimberley communities by working in partnership and embedding the principles of public and primary healthcare in our work. This is a multifaceted role in the Primary Care sector that enables them to be proactive in the treatment and prevention of chronic disease and the promotion of healthy lifestyles.

Our Directorate actively supports and encourages diversity and inclusion across occupational groups through the development and implementation of initiatives aimed at accessing and improving employment and mentoring opportunities for all people. Our strategies are located at

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2026.

• Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of primary health care and community development.
• Broad nursing experience with recent emergency care nursing skills including the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal health.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and cross cultural, written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated well developed problem solving.
• Pharmacology competency or working towards same.
• Current C Class manual drivers licence and an ability and willingness to travel including overnight stays away from base.

To work as a member of a multidisciplinary team within a primary health care framework in partnership with the community, community council and other organisations. To provide culturally responsive, planned, coordinated and comprehensive primary health and emergency care to the individuals and families of the respective community.

• 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 modern leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
• Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
• Flexible working and leave arrangements
• Continuous learning opportunities
• WACHS 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 76 select locations. Eligible nurses and midwives can receive between $5,000 and $17,000 in support over 12 months. All Remote clinic appointments are eligible for the maximum amount $17000.

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.

• Adetailed Cover Letter and CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role
• A max 2-3 page document addressing the essential criteria listed in the Job Description Form
• Complete the RAN Competency Letter attached
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager

Please see the attached Job Description Form.

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.

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 community's 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).

We encourage you to contact Monica Frain on .

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.

Note that after 4:00pm submissions will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.