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This is a recruitment poolfor casual appointments and as such the following should benoted: The panel will monitor thisrecruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis. 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 30/06/2026. The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) is responsible for delivery ofcare within the scope of the duties of the AIN and under the supervision and delegation of a Nurse or Midwife. The AIN is responsible for the delivery of the delegated care in a safe and person-centred approach, in collaboration with patients, their families and nurses. To be successful in this role, you will have: Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care) OR evidence of successful completion of either: Stage 1-3 (50% completion) of a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) approved Bachelor of Nursing Program or Stage 1-4 (50% completion) of an NMBA approved dual Bachelor of Science (Nursing)/Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) program and academic good standing; and current and ongoing course enrolment (including evidence of current successful completion of Basic Life Support, Manual/Safe Handling and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) training (inclusive of COVID-19 IPC training)). Effective interpersonal skills, written and verbal, inclusive of numeric skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to follow direct instructions and work within a multidisciplinary team. Digital capability to enable navigation of online policy access, internal communication and completing of online learning resources. To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached JobDescription Form and contact Andrew Smith on (08) 98922213. About Us The WA Country Health Services core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities. Our vision Our vision is to be a global leader in rural and remote healthcare. Our values of Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity shape who we are, how we behave, how we interact with each other, how we make decisions and how we provide care to our patients. About the REGION The Great Southern region is located on the south coast of Western Australia, adjoining the Southern Ocean, where the coast extends for approximately 500 km. It is also bordered by the SouthWest region on the west and extends 200 km north where it meets the Wheatbelt region. The total land area is 39,007 sq km (including offshore islands), representing approximately 1.5 per cent of the State''s total area. The historic port town of Albany, which is the State''s oldest European settlement, has one of the best natural anchorages in the Southern Hemisphere and is the region''s administrative centre. It is also the transport hub from where most of region''s crops and livestock are shipped. Why work for us? The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits: Generous Salary Packaging Benefits Up to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses Up to $2650 on meals and entertainment Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expenses Flexible work and leave arrangements Professional Development opportunities 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 that clearly demonstrates your 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 while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. 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). Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Eligibility for sponsorship may be considered for some vacancies. You are encouraged to discuss this with the contact person listed in the advertisement before completing the application as there are several steps that are required to be completed 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 within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smokefree environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles. 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 applicants 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 for further information. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our communitys needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under). Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr