This is for a Fixed Term Full Time appointment at 80 hours per fortnight until 01/06/2026, with the possibility of permanency.

WACHS is seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Nurse Manager for our Aged Care services in Carnarvon. This pivotal role involves managing both nursing and unregulated healthcare staff, ensuring the highest standards of aged care practice, and optimising the use of resources to provide safe and cost-effective residential and community nursing care.

Carnarvon, WA, is a coastal town about 900 km north of Perth, nestled between the Indian Ocean and the Gascoyne River. Known as the food bowl of Western Australia for its tropical produce like bananas and mangoes. The town has a semi-arid climate, with warm winters and hot summers. Carnarvon is rich in Indigenous and maritime history, with attractions like the Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum.

Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Quobba Station, famous for its rugged coastline and blowholes, or venture inland to the Kennedy Range National Park for hiking and camping. The Coral Coast location also makes Carnarvon a gateway to Ningaloo Reef and nearby marine adventures. Carnarvon does offer world class surf at Redbluff and Tombstones -3 mile (just 2 hours away). And great fishing, Kite surfing and spearfishing.

Key Responsibilities

Provide advanced clinical leadership and expertise to support nursing teams and enhance the delivery of evidence-based care.Implement and review clinical guidelines, protocols, and standards to improve patient outcomes in residential aged care settings.Coordinate quality improvement projects and manage the performance development of nursing staff to ensure ongoing high-quality care delivery.Oversee budget allocations, adjusting staffing levels in response to patient needs while maintaining safety and compliance within the care environment.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address complex care issues, ensuring effective problem-solving and advanced health planning.

The Ideal Candidate

Must be eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia.Proven clinical and leadership skills within residential and community aged care.Strong experience managing human and material resources to deliver high-quality, consumer-centred patient care.Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities.Competent in using technology for data management, internal communications, and online training.Knowledge of legislative obligations impacting employment and service delivery, including Equal Opportunity and Occupational Safety and Health.A current C or C-A Class driver's licence is essential.

Want to know more about this role: We encourage you to contact Brenda Cork on 08 9941 0302.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

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 roleA 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.

What We Offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

Location based allowances (if applicable) including: additional North West paid leaveDistrict Allowance - regional specificAnnual travel subsidy (ALTC)Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBAGenerous salary packaging benefits:Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenseUp to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hirAccess to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expensesProfessional Development opportunitiesContinuous learning opportunitie12.0% Superannuation GuaranteeWACHS 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

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region of Western Australia covers more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with its population concentrated along the coast. The region is located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and incorporates three health districts - Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison, is recognised for its unique natural environment and is a culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13% of the overall population.

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.