Overview

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse for our Newman Health Service based in the Pilbara. This is for a Permanent Full-Time position. 

Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program

Ever considered a career in the country? The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive program is available to new and existing nurses and midwives – across a broad range of patient-facing roles – on fixed term or permanent contracts at 76 select locations. Eligible nurses and midwives can receive between $5,000 and $17,000 paid over 12 months – WA Country Health Service – Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program

About this role: The role manages, coordinates and delivers advanced nursing care to patients and families within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse, using leadership, advanced nursing skills and knowledge relevant to the practice setting. The CN provides clinical supervision for Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing and students.

What we are looking for: Highly capable and values-driven Clinical Nurse to join our dynamic team at the Newman Health Service. You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the WACHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.

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.
  • Heavily subsidised housing Government Regional Officer Housing
  • 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.
  • Flexible working and leave arrangements
  • Professional Development opportunities
  • Continuous learning opportunities
  • 11.5% Superannuation Guarantee. For further information click here.
  • Private Health Fund Benefits – discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.

About the Area: Newman Health Service is based in Newman, which is a mining town with a population of approximately 6000 people. It is an inland town in the heart of the Pilbara, situated in the northern area of Australia’s Golden Outback tourist region, nestled between Mount Newman and Mount Whaleback, surrounded by rugged terrain near Karijini National Park in a remote area of true Australian Outback.  Karijini National Park is home to a myriad ancient natural treasures, with easy access hikes to view waterfalls rushing down rugged canyons, rock pools and gorges where you can venture into ‘The Centre of the Earth’.

Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact Mikaila Kowald, Clinical Nurse Manager, on 08 9175 8333

Clinical Nurse (jobs.wa.gov.au)

Closing Date for Applications: 21 October 2024
Name of Contact Person: Mikaila Kowald
Telephone Number of Contact Person: 08 9175 8333