Clinical Nurse Specialist

Overview

This is for a Permanent or Fixed Term Full Time appointment at various hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Mental Health and CADS team in Geraldton in the Midwest.

To be successful, you will have...

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain high quality standards of patient care by leadership, delivery of care and role modelling in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Act as a clinical resource to staff across the hospital.
• Provide expert clinical assessment, screening, follow-up and care as required.

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 at

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 your suitability for this position.
• A 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/Additional Information

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region of Western Australia covers more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with its population concentrated along the coast. The region is located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and incorporates three health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison, and is recognised for its unique natural environment and is a culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13% of the overall population.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 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 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:

While 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. If the successful applicant declines or vacates the advertised vacancy, the next most suitable applicant may be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices and a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

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