We are seeking passionate Endorsed Enrolled Nurses in a full time or part time capacity at our Rainbow site!

Our nursing services play an integral role in the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve. We are always looking for people to join our team, who are passionate about customer care and excited by the opportunity to make a difference in remote and rural communities.


IMPORTANT - International Applicants
To apply for a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse position, you must be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

In accordance with the Aged Care Industry Labour Agreement, WWHS cannot accept international Health Care Worker applications.

Please note if applications do not meet the above criteria they will not be accepted.


ABOUT THE ROLE

• To provide appropriate care to the patients and residents at all times and to achieve the standard of clinical care required by AHPRA regulations, and comply with the West Wimmera Health Service policies and procedures of the clinical unit.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Medication Endorsed qualification in Enrolled Nursing.
• Enrolled Nurse Qualification with a current APHRA registration.
• Excellent understanding of EQuIP criteria (acute and community care facilities)
• Excellent understanding of iCare, ACFI and Aged Care Standards (aged care facilities)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively participate in the delivery of direct care to patients and residents
• Assist with patient/resident daily personal care, such as showering, dressing, grooming and toileting.
• Attend to relevant charting and daily documentation.
• Assist the manager of the unit to coordinate all services in the clinical unit.

HOW TO APPLY:
If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following information in one document:

• Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details for at least three referees.
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
• Response to the Key Selection Criteria found above, or in the position descriptions on our website, using recent examples of your experiences. 

APPLICATIONS CLOSE JANUARY 1ST 2023


Important: In accordance with the Health Minister’s Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all West Wimmera Health Service employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, all employees are to receive an annual influenza vaccination or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Evidence of current immunisation history is required.

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