Clinical Nurse

Government of Western Australia; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the East Midlands is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse to focus on child health services. The role involves providing health screenings and referrals, promoting culturally responsive services, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have relevant nursing experience and a commitment to community health. This full-time position offers competitive salary and generous benefits including location allowances and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Location allowances

Annual travel subsidy

Paid study leave assistance

Salary packaging benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working practices

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Relevant experience and well-developed clinical nursing skills in a child and community health setting.
• Demonstrated commitment in the application of primary health care principles and a community development approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized child health screenings and appropriate referrals.
• Promote and maintain a culturally responsive service.
• Address health inequities within the community.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Primary health care principles

Cultural understanding

Teamwork abilities

Driver's license

Education

Eligibility for registration as a Registered Nurse

Job description

Clinical Nurse Salary : RN Level 2 $109, - $115, pro rata (plus 12% superannuation) Location : Derby Unit / Division : WACHS - Kimberley Work Type : Permanent - Full Time Position No : 00200124 Closing Date : 2025-11-28 4 : 00 PM(YYYY-MM-DD) Attachments :

This position is offered

as a full-time appointment (76 hours per fortnight) on a permanent

basis.

An opportunity exists

for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the team at

Derby Community Health.

• Great benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leave.
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits.
• 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.

To be successful, you will

have...

• Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Relevant experience and well-developed clinical nursing skills in a child and community health setting.
• Demonstrated commitment in the application of primary health care principles and a community development approach to practice.
• Demonstrated understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal health.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary, multi sectoral and interagency team.
• Current C Class Drivers Licence and an ability and willingness to travel including overnight stays away from home.

Position

Profile :

The Clinical Nurse / Child Health Generalist is responsible for providing a specialised child health screening schedule and appropriate referral and support to parents to achieve the optimum state of health for individuals, families and communities with the emphasis in the area of Child Health.

Promotes and maintains a culturally responsive service and focuses on addressing health inequities.

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits :

• Location based allowances 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.
• Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
• 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.

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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

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 no more than 2-3 pages outlining your suitability for this position.
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current / recent supervisor or manager.

Selection

Criteria : Please see the attached Job Description Form

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