Location: NorthamUnit/Division: WACHS - Wheatbelt > Northam Health ServiceWork Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part TimeWe are currently seeking enthusiastic qualified Assistants in Nursing to join our team at Northam. The Northam Health Service is in the picturesque Avon Valley approximately 98 kms from Perth, and is equipped with 28 acute inpatient beds, 12 sub-acute inpatient beds and 22 same day beds. This is your chance to embrace a charming country lifestyle or an opportunity to enjoy a change of scenery with drive in, drive out as an option from the city.We currently have 8.00 FTE available.About the OPPORTUNITYThe Assistant in Nursing (AIN) is responsible for delivery of care within the scope of the duties of the AIN and under the supervision and delegation of a Nurse. 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…Effective interpersonal skills, written and verbal, inclusive of numeric skillsAbility and knowledge of safe manual handling procedures, knowledge of occupational health and safety principles including patient handling and infection controlAbility to work effectively in a team environmentAbility to follow instructions and work with minimal supervisionDigital capability to enable navigation of online policy access, internal communication and completing of online learning resourcesWhat we OFFERThe Western Australian Country Health Service offers our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:Generous incentivesWA Country Health Service - Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive ProgramGenerous Salary Packaging BenefitsUp to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expensesUp to $2650 on meals and entertainmentAccess to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expensesProfessional Development opportunities11.5% Superannuation GuaranteeWACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriateAs a WA Country Health Service employee you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds, Please see attached flyer for further details.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 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.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 community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future.Diversity StatementWA 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.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
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