Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner looking to make a significant impact within an Emergency Department setting? The Western Australia Country Health Service is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic team. In this advanced scope of practice role, you will provide expert clinical services in collaboration with a range of health professionals to diagnose, treat, and manage patients' health effectively.

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will work autonomously, performing advanced physical assessments, prescribing medications, and implementing changes to clinical practice in line with national legislation and professional standards. Your leadership will shape the clinical standards and support the delivery of high-quality care across a diverse patient group.

Ideal Candidate:

• Current NMBA registration as a Registered Nurse with an endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Extensive clinical experience and expert knowledge in emergency care.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A commitment to continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• A thorough understanding of contemporary policy and regulatory obligations in healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing advanced patient assessments and formulating diagnoses within your scope of practice.
• Prescribing medications and managing complex healthcare requirements.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, person-centred care.
• Leading quality improvement initiatives and facilitating evidence-based practice.
• Mentoring and providing clinical leadership and education to fellow health professionals.

About Us

The WA Country Health Service’s core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.

Our vision is to be global leader in rural and remote healthcare.

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. Eligibility for sponsorship may be considered for some vacancies. You are encouraged to discuss this with the contact person listed in the advertisement before completing the application as there are several steps that are required to be completed prior to progressing any application for employment.

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.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.