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Registered Nurse WA Country Health ServiceJoin to apply for the Registered Nurse role at WA Country Health Service.Recruitment PoolThis is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent, Fixed Term, and Casual appointments at various hours, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.EligibilityThis position is open exclusively to applicants who already have full Australian working rights and do not require visa sponsorship. International applicants please click here. If you apply and do not have working rights in Australia, you will be made unsuccessful.BenefitsLocation specific benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leave.Generous Salary Packaging BenefitsProfessional Development opportunitiesContinuous learning opportunities12% Superannuation GuaranteeFlexible 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.How to ApplyApplicants are requested to apply online provide the following information/documents as part of your application:A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.A 200-word statement addressing the following:Your motivation for wanting to work in country Western Australia.Your preferred work location (if applicable) WA Country Health Service - Google My Maps.A summary of your nursing experience, including how you have applied your skills in current and/or previous roles including any specialty experience you may have (e.g. Emergency, Cancer Services, Mental Health, etc.).The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.AHPRA Registration: To be considered for this pool you need to be eligible for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Board (AHPRA). It is recommended all applicants visit Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia - Qualification and registration requirements for further information regarding AHPRA eligibility and registration requirements.Important InformationThe panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.Interviews may not be conducted as part of the process however applicants may be contacted to request additional information.Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Being successful to the pool does not guarantee you a job offer.Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/04/2027.Area ProfileThe WA Country Health Service has a strong network of public hospitals, health services and nursing posts located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities. Regional Nursing and Midwifery teams are committed to the care of our patients and the improvement of the health of our community, acknowledging the challenges that remoteness and isolation bring. The nurses across our regions are focused on the provision of excellence in person and family centered care and are proud of the contribution they make every day to patient experiences, collaborative partnerships with the multi-disciplinary teams and the functioning of our hospitals and services. As practitioners, we value our workforce and are committed to creating opportunities for continuous learning, mentorship, skills specialisation and career progression. Our Directorate actively supports and encourages diversity and inclusion across all occupational groups through the development and implementation of initiatives aimed at accessing and improving employment and mentoring opportunities for all people. Our strategies are located at www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au.ContactWe encourage you to contact the WACHS Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] to ApplyTo 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).Selection CriteriaPlease see the attached Job Description Form.Other ConditionsWA 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 for further information. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: WA Health is 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 community''s 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).Application NoticeSystem generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.Late or email applications will not be considered.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 smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. #J-18808-Ljbffr