Staff Development Nurse - Perioperative

Department of Health (WA Health); Perth; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health department in Australia is seeking experienced part-time Staff Development Nurses for the Perioperative Department in Perth. The role involves facilitating nursing education, assessing training needs, and coordinating orientation programs. Ideal candidates will have a Registered Nurse qualification and a passion for developing nursing skills. This position offers a chance to be part of a dedicated clinical education team focused on excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be a registered nurse with experience in clinical education.
• Strong interpersonal and teaching skills are essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with nursing staff and management.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and evaluate nursing education and professional development programs.
• Conduct training needs analysis to identify staff learning needs.
• Coordinate unit orientation and ensure competency in clinical performance.

Skills

Nursing assessment skills

Training and development

Communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Position Profile

We have two part-time staff development nurse positions available within the Perioperative Department : Staff Development Nurse Operating Theatre (0.5 FTE / 38 hours per fortnight) and Staff Development Nurse Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (0.74 FTE / 56 hours per fortnight).

We are seeking two suitably experienced nurses to join the Surgical Directorate Clinical Education Team for the roles of Staff Development Nurse Operating Theatre and Staff Development Nurse Post Anaesthetic Care Unit.

In collaboration with the Nurse Educator, Surgery and the departmental Clinical Nurse Manager, the Staff Development Nurse is responsible for the ongoing assessment of the knowledge and skills of nursing staff in the designated unit, the planning and implementation of specific education and training programs and the provision of support for new staff, including orientation and preceptorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of ongoing comprehensive education and professional development programs to meet the identified learning needs of the department staff.
• Conduct training needs analysis to determine learning needs of staff and plan, prepare and manage required training and development activities.
• Coordinate and facilitate unit-based orientation and in-service programs to enable nurses to attain and sustain competency in clinical performance.
• Evaluate learning outcomes and effectiveness of training and professional development programs.
• Monitor clinical and professional development of staff, address deficits and monitor progress.

About Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS)

CAHS is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, the State's only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people.

CAHS consists of four service areas : Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and Perth Children's Hospital (PCH).

Consisting of over 6,500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the metropolitan area.

Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to apply online ().

Please note, applicants must have a current valid email address in order to apply online.

This email address will be used for communication with applicants.

For further job related information : contact Jan Rigby, Coordinator of Nursing – Perioperative Services, at .

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).

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.

WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process.

As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre‑employment health assessment.

We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) check.

For further information please refer to the WWC website at .

For assistance, including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email : .

Requirements

A cover letter specifying which position you are applying to (Staff Development Nurse Operating Theatre or Post Anaesthetic Care Unit).

A statement addressing the selection criteria with a cover letter no more than 5 pages.

A current resume which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.

The name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide an employment reference (we will contact you and seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).

CAHS Values

To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability.

During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values.

Important Notes

Lodgement is system generated.

Any submissions on, or after, 4 : 00 pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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