Clinical Nurse

Overview

Clinical Nurse (Clinical Priority Access) – Pool Ref 00008851

Position No: Pool Ref 00008851

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

Unit/Directorate: Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group > Speciality and Ambulatory Services - Outpatients

Location: Nedlands - Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group

Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community?

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time. Fixed Term appointments will be made with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Job Share arrangements may be considered.

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 28/06/2026.

What is our Clinical Nurse (Clinical Priority Access) role?

This position, under the direction of the relevant Senior Registered Nurse(s), practises as a Clinical Nurse in keeping with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board Registration Standards and Nursing Practice Decision Making Flowchart; provides advanced, comprehensive and evidence-based nursing care to patients as part of a multidisciplinary team; upholds and functions within the core values of the organisation — Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. Acts as a role model, providing leadership, support, team building and change management through respect, recognition and collaboration.

Working closely with the clerical/administration, allied health and medical teams, this position provides specialised nursing review and direction of patient referrals, and care pathways of specialty services. The CPAN contributes to the effective functioning of the outpatient administrative services with a clinical focus.

Areas of responsibility

- Reviewing, and appropriately directing patient referrals to the nominated services, applying nursing specialised clinical knowledge and skills.
- Collaboration with medical and clerical teams to problem-solve complex referrals.
- Audit and monitoring of referrals to clinic and specialty service activity.
- Participating and collaborating with the administration and clerical leadership team in implementing effective change management strategies to improve practice by implementing innovative practices.
- Ability to use health applications and other IT programs to document patient care.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

What we offer

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:

- Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Diverse and inclusive culture

Contact and application information

Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact Elaine Everett on 08 6457 7207 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online at www.jobs.wa.gov.au. Please allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for assistance during business hours.

How to apply The Job Description Form (JDF) is attached for reference. Your application should include:

- A Cover Letter (max 3 pages) explaining why you are applying for this role and providing examples to demonstrate your knowledge, experience and skills.
- A detailed Resume outlining qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.
- References — the names and contact details of two referees. It is preferable for one referee to be a recent supervisor.

Eligibility and inclusion Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the contract period. WA Health policies require criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. You may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. Adverse information may be considered as part of the appointment process.

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion. We celebrate the diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team reflective of those we care for. We encourage applicants who align with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply. NMHS supports Aboriginal workforce growth as part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy, and applies Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 to this position. We welcome applicants with disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments; for access needs or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at nmhs.talent@health.wa.gov.au.

Closing information Lodgement is system-generated. Any submissions after 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application. This document can be made available in alternative formats on request.

Location: Nedlands - Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group | Unit/Division: Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group > Speciality and Ambulatory Services - Outpatients

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