Registered Nurse andor Midwife (Community Programs)

Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service

Job Location:

Dubbo - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service (WACHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation that aims to empower Aboriginal people to take control of their individual family and community health and wellbeing needs through our clinical and community programs.

Our main services are in Wellington Dubbo Western Sydney Penrith Nepean and Blue Mountains and we provide outreach services to other towns and communities through our regional programs.

About the role:

The Registered Nurse and/or Midwife (Community Programs) collaborates with the Cultural Support Worker to develop culturally safe therapeutic relationships to provide comprehensive home visiting support for eligible women and their families. This relationship commences in pregnancy and ends with graduation at or before the childs second birthday as planned with the family.

Essential Selection Criteria:

Bachelor of Nursing or international qualification that meets the NMBA criteria for AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse; OR
Bachelor of Midwifery or international qualification that meets the NMBA criteria for AHPRA registration as a Registered Midwife.
Knowledge and understanding of the issues that impact on Aboriginal people and Aboriginal communities
An understanding of the principles of primary health care and strengths based models of care
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including intermediate computer skills and ability to use Patient Information Systems and Microsoft Windows based programs
Ability to work autonomously and within a team demonstrating efficient time management skills

Mandatory requirements:

Evidence of compliance with NSW Guidelines around Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases (Category A)
Working with Children and Criminal Record Check clearances
NSW Drivers License

Benefits:

A competitive salary
Generous not-for-profit salary packaging
Becoming an integral part of an enthusiastic and diligent NFP Organisation
All training including travel and accommodation costs paid for in advance by the organisation
Build relationships and use your skills to make a difference to families

How to apply:

Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing how you meet the essential criteria and mandatory requirements.

Applications without a cover letter addressing selection criteria will not be considered.

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Required Experience:

Manager