Registered Nurse - Rio Tinto (Industry Medical Services)

The Organisation

St John WA has formed a partnership with Rio Tinto, a leading global mining company, to provide medical personnel across their sites in the Pilbara region. This collaboration brings together St John WA's expertise in delivering high-quality healthcare and Rio Tinto's strong presence in the mining sector. It is a significant step towards promoting health and wellness in the workplace and setting new standards for occupational healthcare.

The Opportunity

St John WA is seeking applications from experienced Registered Nurses with a strong medical background in Emergency Department or mine site/ remote locations to join our casual pool of personnel for FIFO roles across WA.

This is not a traditional Emergency Department role. Your Emergency Department experience will equip you to respond to onsite emergencies when they occur, however, much of your role will involve delivering occupational health services to the site workforce.

Successful Applicants will work across Rio Tinto Iron Ore sites throughout the Pilbara region on 8:6 and 7:7 rosters, working day and night shifts of up to 12.25 hours.

About You

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to undertake and meet pre-employment medical assessment requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with diverse individuals and work both collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and autonomously.
• An interest in occupational health nursing and the ability to adapt your clinical skills to a remote workplace setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct fitness for work medical assessments and drug and alcohol screenings, ensuring medical information is accurately documented and maintained.
• Conduct medical surveillance and health monitoring programs in accordance with company and legislative requirements. This includes audiometric, spirometry and biological assessments.
• Participate in health promotion activities and site-based initiatives and contribute to ongoing training and professional development.
• Deliver high-quality nursing care, including assessments, treatment, and health education, to the workforce at Rio Tinto sites.
• Provide emergency response, first aid services, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in emergency response training, simulations and exercises where required.

Essential Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with current unrestricted AHPRA registration.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, in emergency or remote settings.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
• Unrestricted Driver’s Licence (C) – Manual
• National Police clearance Certificate (issued within last three months)
• Cannulation competent
• Drug and Alcohol Tester Certificate (HLTPAT010)

Desirable Requirements:

• Advanced Life Support 1 Certificate
• HESA Accredited Immunisation Certificate
• Certificate III in Response and Rescue

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration + salary packaging options 
• Free emergency ambulance cover
• Free CPR / Provide First Aid / Mental Health First Aid training
• Major Incident Medical Management and Support Training, Ride-along and other training opportunities
• Uniform supplied
• Staff discounts on Health Insurance and a range of consumer products
• We provide periodic medical, audiometry and spirometry training and support to ensure you’re fully prepared and confident before starting on-site. 
• Enjoy the flexibility of a FIFO lifestyle with a roster that helps you manage your work and personal time effectively. 

If you are a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for delivering exceptional healthcare services, we want to hear from you. Please apply today with your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and suitability for the position.

Please note: Applicants will be required to be in Perth to attend interview, assessments, inductions, medicals and any other onboarding/recruitment needs. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and applications for this position should be made via Seek. This position is only open to candidates who have full working rights in Australia. We are unable to consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. Only those with the appropriate work eligibility will be shortlisted for further consideration.

St John WA and Rio Tinto are equal opportunity employers, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.

Join our dynamic healthcare team and make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the Rio Tinto workforce in the Pilbara region. Take the next step in your nursing career - apply now!