Staff Development Nurse

Overview

This is a Fixed Term Part Time vacancy at 30.4 hours per fortnight with the possibility of extension/s and/or permanency.

Are you a dedicated and experienced Staff Development Nurse looking for an enriching opportunity to enhance patient care within a dynamic healthcare environment? Albany Health Campus is seeking a passionate Staff Development Nurse – Neonatal and Paediatrics.

To be successful in this role, you will have

- Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in the delivery of evidence-based nursing care incorporating quality and risk management related to neonatal and paediatric care.
- Demonstrated clinical teaching and supervisory skills with an understanding of adult learning perspectives, and the use of critical reflection.
- Demonstrated well-developed interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills including team leadership and the ability to work effectively with others.
- Demonstrated computer skills to enable research, teaching of navigation of online policy access, internal communication and completing online learning resources.
- Current knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Occupational Safety and Health, and how these impact on delivery of teaching and education services.

More information

To learn more about the role, refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact Alexandra Plunkett at (08) 9892 2501.

About Us

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 — Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity — shape how we act and care for our patients.

This position is located at Albany Health Campus. Albany is the largest city of the Great Southern Region of Western Australia, located 418 km from Perth.

Why work for us?

The Western Australian Country Health Service offers our employees a great salary plus a range of benefits:

- Up to $9,010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent and everyday living expenses
- Up to $2,650 on meals and entertainment
- Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expenses
- Flexible work and leave arrangements

Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to apply online via the ‘apply for job’ button below. Please provide the following documents and information as part of your application:

- A detailed cover letter and resume demonstrating relevant work experience and achievements, including the contact details of 2 referees (including a current line manager).
- A written statement addressing the work-related requirements in the JDF (maximum 3–4 pages).

If you experience difficulties applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Eligibility to Apply

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for permanent positions in the public sector. Eligibility for sponsorship may be considered for some vacancies. Discuss this with the contact person listed in the advertisement before completing the application, as several steps are required prior to progressing any application for employment.

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 and is committed to a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past ethical conduct. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. A satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is required to ensure you can perform the inherent requirements of the position; an unsatisfactory PEHA will result in withdrawal of the offer.

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, in line with the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

Lodgement is system-generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00 pm will not be accepted. LATE E-MAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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