Clinical Nurse Manager - Community Health

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Clinical Nurse Manager – Community Health to lead a multidisciplinary team within the Pilbara Population Health Unit. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity where you will drive the delivery of high-quality, client-centred care while empowering individuals, families, and communities to take ownership of their health and wellbeing.

In this pivotal role, you will provide strong clinical and operational leadership across community health programs, guiding and developing a high-performing team while ensuring best practice, evidence-based care. You will oversee service delivery, manage resources, and contribute to strategic planning, all while fostering a collaborative and culturally responsive environment.

You will play a key role in shaping and delivering impactful health promotion and primary health initiatives, monitoring outcomes, and continuously improving services to achieve meaningful community health outcomes. With a focus on safety, quality, and innovation, you will apply advanced clinical expertise and sound judgement in complex situations, ensuring services meet the highest professional and legislative standards.

For further information about the role, please contact Joseph Paradza on 08 •••• •719 or joseph.paradza@health.wa.gov.au

About You

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate strong clinical and leadership capability alongside a passion for community health.

Essential Criteria:

• Registered (or eligible for registration) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Proven experience in child and community health nursing
• Strong understanding of Primary Health Care principles and community development
• Demonstrated leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical abilities
• Experience working in cross-cultural environments, particularly with Aboriginal communities
• Current immunisation certificate and demonstrated experience delivering immunisation services
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation including equal opportunity, disability services, and workplace health & safety

Desirable:

• Qualifications in health leadership or management
• Postgraduate qualifications in community health, maternal and child health, midwifery, or immunisation

Why choose WACHS Pilbara?

Financial & lifestyle benefits:

• Competitive salary + 12% super
• Attractive regional allowances including:
  • Additional North West paid leave
  • District Allowance
  • Annual travel subsidy to connect to home
• Generous Salary Packaging benefits:
  • Up to $11,660 per annum on mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses, meals, entertainment and holiday accommodation
  • Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars on a car and associated expenses
• Subsidies including air-conditioning
• Ongoing professional development and study support

Area Profile

Port Hedland is a dynamic coastal town in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, famous for its stunning beaches, rich cultural heritage and role as one of the world’s largest iron ore export hubs. Located about 1,500 km north of Perth, it offers a unique blend of career opportunity and lifestyle. With a population of around 14,000, Port Hedland boasts modern amenities, schools, health services and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy a year-round outdoor lifestyle, spectacular sunsets over the Indian Ocean and easy access to fishing, boating and camping adventures. Whether you’re looking for adventure or a family-friendly environment, Port Hedland delivers both.

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 how you meet the essential criteria listed on the job description form.
• A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF).
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au