Registered Nurse
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Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service based in Bunbury which provides a variety of health services to Aboriginal people in the South West Great South Upper Wheatbelt and Peel Regions of Western Australia. SWAMS delivers a wide range of services including: GP Clinics Primary Health Care Counselling and Mental Health. SWAMS has a strong growth strategy through partnership opportunities and future community development.
A Registered Nurse at SWAMS is responsible for implementing best practice care and coordinating multidisciplinary care planning internal and external referral including referral for specialist care and allied health. This is done through coordination of the patient journey both in the clinic and the community. Our employees are provided with ongoing support and a continuous learning approach to further development.
This role will be primarily based at the Busselton clinic with once-a-week attendance at the Bunbury clinic.
About you:
You will be a passionate Registered Nurse who is looking to work within a Not For Profit that directly supports the local Aboriginal families and community. You will also have the following:
- Registered Nurse with at least 3 years post-graduation experience in nursing.
- Current registration with AHPRA
- Demonstrated ability to plan develop implement and evaluate nursing care programs in a primary health setting
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people
- A demonstrated understanding of the unique issues effecting and impacting upon the health of Aboriginal people
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills along with an ability to adapt to changing needs
It would also be beneficial but not essential to have the following experience:
Experience in Community or Aboriginal Health
Knowledge and expertise in the use of Communicare or similar clinical database system.
Why SWAMS
Along with working with passionate people and being able to feel like you have contributed to something every day SWAMS offers the following:
- 17.5% leave loading
- Up to $18550 salary packaging options and novated leasing options
- Discounted gym memberships
- Uniforms supplied
- Generous leave allowances
- Professional development opportunities
Important information
At SWAMS child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to the wellbeing of all children and young people with zero tolerance for abuse. All team members have a legal and moral duty to ensure a safe environment and are required to undergo a National Police Clearance. Roles involving direct contact with children also require a valid WA Working with Children Check as part of our pre-employment screening.
In addition to this all applicants require satisfactory completion of a Drug and Alcohol test. Unsatisfactory pre-employment checks will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
For more information about SWAMS and the role
- About SWAMS our great organisation
- For queries please contact Human Resources on (08) .
To Apply
To apply for this role please follow the online application process of this platform or email your application through to: We also welcome you to drop your resume to our office at 30 Wellington Street Bunbury.
SWAMS is Closed 19 Dec 5 Jan for the Christmas period. Applications are welcome and will be reviewed after we return. Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
