Clinical Nurse Manager - Public Health

A Permanent Full-Time or Fixed Term Full Time opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Manager - Public Health, to join the Population Health team in Geraldton. Casual appointments may also be considered. To Be Successful, You Will Have Significant public health nursing experience.Demonstrated experience in the management and delivery of comprehensive public health programs including communicable and non-communicable disease control.Highly developed leadership, management and communication skills, including liaising and negotiating with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.Current knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements in the areas of Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Occupational Safety & Health, and how these impact on employment, people management and service delivery. Position Profile: This position works collaboratively with key stakeholders to coordinate regional screening and control programs for diseases of public health importance and participates in follow up on notifiable and infectious diseases and outbreak control programs. Provides public health support and expertise to WACHS staff and other professionals and stakeholders in the community. Supports and participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health strategies to promote, protect and improve health in regional WA. Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact Michaela Blomqvist on 0418 477 688. Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/ What We Offer In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits: Location based allowances.District Allowance - regional specific.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.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. 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. Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. 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. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. 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. 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. 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.

Location: Geraldton, Western Australia, AU

Posted Date: 11/15/2025