Clinical Nurse

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Clinical Nurse

Salary: RN Level 2 $109,599 - $115,682 p.a. pro rata (plus 12% superannuation)

Location: Broome

Unit/Division: WACHS - Kimberley > General Medical Ward

Work Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Position No: 00200487

Closing Date: 2026-07-01 4:00 PM

This position is offered for Full Time \& Part Time appointment on a permanent, fixed-term or casual basis. If appointed on a fixed term or casual basis there is the possibility of extensions and/or permanency.

Come for the adventure and stay for the people, scenery and amazing sunsets … Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the Kimberley community AND work and play in one of the most sought-after and photographed locations in Australia.

An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join Broome Hospital’s Medical and Surgical Ward, WACHS Kimberley

Great benefits including location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week annual leave.

Generous Salary Packaging Benefits.

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.

To be successful, you will have...

Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Demonstrated advanced nursing skills within area of practice.

Demonstrated advanced skills in planning, coordination, and decision-making, within relevant practice setting.

Demonstrated well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated incorporation of quality and risk management within practice.

Demonstrated well-developed team leadership and mentorship skills including evidenced of conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

Commitment to own ongoing education and teaching in area of expertise.

Position Profile:

The primary responsibility of the Clinical Nurse is to manage, coordinate and deliver competent nursing care for patients, using leadership and advanced clinical nursing skills and knowledge relevant to the General Medical department. Acts as a clinical resource and provides advanced clinical supervision and support for registered nurses, enrolled nurses, and assistants in nursing. Provides support, direction, orientation and education to staff and patients. Acts as a role model in the provision of holistic care. Assists the Clinical Nurse Manager in all areas of unit management.

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.

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.

Professional Development opportunities

Continuous learning opportunities

12% Superannuation Guarantee

WACHS supports flexible 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.

Area Profile

WACHS Kimberley is the most northern health region of WACHS. The Kimberley region has approximately 200 Aboriginal communities, over 34 different Aboriginal language groups and 45 percent of the population are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. WACHS Kimberley consists of six hospitals, an inpatient mental health unit, three Community Directorates and a Corporate Office. WACHS Kimberley provides hospital, community health, public health, remote area health, community aged care, and mental health services across the region through a dedicated team of medical, nursing, Aboriginal health, allied health, and support staff.

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Priya Fitzwilliam on 9194 2673.

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).

How to Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/

Please provide the following information as part of your application:

A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role

A cover letter outlining their suitability for this position.

A 2-3 page maximum document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF)

The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

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. 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: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

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 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

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.

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