Community Health Nurse

Community Health

Grade 3B

Permanent Part Time

(48 hrs per fortnight)

We are seeking an enthusiastic Division One Registered Nurse to join our professional Health Promotion Team.

The successful applicant will become an integral member of the Team assisting in the planning, implementation and evaluation of Health Promotion projects and strategies with the goal of improving the health of the residents within Wimmera Health Care Group's catchment area (Horsham and Dimboola). The position involves predominately Monday- Friday hours however there may at times be requirement for after hours work.

Key  Selection Criteria include:

• Registered Nurse with current APHRA registration
• An understanding of the principles of primary health care and the social model of health
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Commitment to quality
• The ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• Proficiency in the use of information technology
• Demonstrated and ongoing commitment to professional development
• Current Police Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Victorian drivers licence

Attractive benefits offered by the organisation include:

• Salary packaging,
• Professional development and education programs,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Accrued Day Off (full time employees only)
• Flexible rostering
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse clinical environment and join a reputable rural health service dedicated to the provision of quality patient centred care and to meet the needs of the community.

 For more information about this position view the Position Description and/or contact the person indicated below.

Applications must be submitted online via e-recruit by the 29th January 2017.

For enquires about the position see the below contact details. Further information on Wimmera Health Care Group can be found on our website www.whcg.org.au or Facebook page.

Wimmera Health Care Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability and encourages applications from people from culturally and / or linguistically diverse background. Pre-employment check: All applicants must be willing to undertake a national police check prior to commencement of employment.