Clinical Nurse

OverviewJoin to apply for the Clinical Nurse role at WA Country Health Service.
This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent or Fixed Term appointments at up to 66 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the Community Health team at Geraldton Hospital in the Midwest.ResponsibilitiesWork in partnership with school communities to enhance the health, wellbeing and education outcomes for individuals and groups of students.Experience in and well-developed nursing skills relevant to community, school and child health.Experience delivering health promotion programs.Effective verbal and written skills, especially advocacy and negotiation skills.Demonstrated ability to work in partnerships, function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.Possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers licence and the ability to travel throughout the region.Position Profile & RequirementsPosition profile: Work in partnership with school communities to enhance health, wellbeing and education outcomes for individuals and groups of students.
This is an open-ended recruitment pool; the panel will monitor applications and assess regularly.
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 1/05/2026.Selection Criteria & EligibilitySelection 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 ApplyApplicants are requested to apply online at the WA Health jobs site.
Please provide the following information as part of your application:A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this roleA cover letter outlining your suitability for this positionA document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF)The names and contact details of two professional referees (preferably one from your current/recent supervisor or manager)What We OfferLocation based allowances (if applicable) including: additional North West paid leave; District Allowance - regional specific; Annual travel subsidy (ALTC); Air-conditioning subsidy allowancePaid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBAGenerous salary packaging benefits; Professional Development opportunities; Continuous learning opportunities12% Superannuation GuaranteeFlexible working practices and consideration of flexible work/roster options where operationally appropriateDiscounts across some private health care fundsCountry Nursing & Midwifery incentive program (eligibility criteria apply) with potential financial supportArea profile: The WA Country Health Service Midwest region covers more than 470,000 square kilometres with diverse communities.
For assistance applying online, contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 during business hours.Other ConditionsWA Health engages staff in positions of trust.
Applicants may be asked to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checks.
A satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is required, and an offer of employment is conditional on PEHA results.
The vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.
Details at the WWC website.WA Health is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
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