Clinical Nurse – Refugee

Overview

Clinical Nurse – Refugee & Global Health (Outpatient)

Location: Perth Children’s Hospital, Nedlands

Unit/Division: Child and Adolescent Health Service > Refugee and Global Health

Help improve access to care for children from a refugee background, and coordinate care for children and families with complex health needs.

CRVCID697535

This is a Fixed Term Part-Time appointment until 30 June 2026 at 30.40 hours (0.4 FTE) per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s).

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinical Nurse to join the Refugee and Global Health team at Perth Children’s Hospital and work closely with the Clinical Nurse Specialist to support and coordinate care for refugee children with complex health needs.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide advanced clinical expertise to ensure safe, evidence-based, and family-centred care. A key focus of this role will be contributing to our Multidisciplinary Refugee Rapid Assessment Pathway, helping families access timely diagnostic assessments, interventions, and essential supports such as the NDIS, Child Development Services, schools, specialist education programs, and other community and disability services.

Your experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, working effectively with interpreters, and advocating for the needs of children and families will be highly valued in this role.

Responsibilities

- Coordinating safe and efficient outpatient care with medical, nursing, and allied health teams, streamlining hospital and community appointments for children with complex needs.

- Collaborating with community health services and partner organisations to deliver holistic, patient-centred care.

- Liaising with the Community Refugee Health Service and other community-based providers to support continuity of care.

- Providing clinical leadership by modelling best practice.

- Supporting staff development, clinical education, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

- Engaging in quality improvement, research, and evidence-based practice to enhance patient outcomes.

If you are passionate about equity in healthcare and have strong care coordination skills we encourage you to apply.

About Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH)

PCH is Western Australia’s specialist paediatric hospital and trauma centre, with 298 beds. Located at the Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre, PCH offers primary care for severe medical cases and secondary services such as inpatient, outpatient, and day-stay care. Our facility incorporates evidence-based design principles to deliver optimal care. Explore our services on the PCH About Us page for more information.

Requirements

- Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).

- It is preferred that applicants have a minimum of four years’ experience in a similar role.

- A willingness to learn and embrace the unique challenges and rewards of paediatric nursing.

- A collaborative leader who is compassionate and strives for excellence.

How to Apply

We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. Your application should contain the following:

- A current resume which summarises your experience

- The name, email and contact details of two professional referees who can be contacted to provide an employment reference, with at least one being a recent supervisor/line manager

Within the application system you will be presented with three questions. Please respond by describing your relevant skills and experience in line with the Essential Criteria within the attached Job Description Form. For each question, there is a generous word limit of 500 words for your response.

- Describe how you have demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in the delivery of evidence-based nursing care within the practice setting. (Essential Selection Criteria 2)

- Describe how you have demonstrated well developed communication skills, including teaching, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. (Essential Selection Criteria 3)

- Describe your proven ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary team. (Essential Selection Criteria 5)

Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Corinne Van Veldhuisen on 08 6456 5290 or via email Corinne.VanVeldhuisen@health.wa.gov.au

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Eligibility to Apply

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.

This position 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

About CAHS

CAHS is Western Australia’s primary provider of paediatric healthcare, exclusively dedicated to infants, children, and young people. Comprising Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH), Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). CAHS operates with over 5,500 employees across PCH, KEMH, and over 160 community clinics in the metropolitan area.

CAHS Values

CAHS is committed to a workplace culture driven by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence, and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with these values.

Other conditions: WA Health policies require criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and ethical behaviour.

CAHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTI communities, and people with disability to apply.

For assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team on 08 6456 0321 or cahs.talentacquisition@health.wa.gov.au

Lodgement is system-generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS CANNOT BE CONSIDERED.

Position Title: Clinical Nurse – Refugee & Global Health (Outpatient)

Agency: Child and Adolescent Health Service

Location: Perth Children’s Hospital, Nedlands

Work Type: Fixed Term - Part Time

Position No.: 00013133

Closing Date: 2025-09-24 4:00 PM

#J-18808-Ljbffr