Clinical Nurse

Overview

Vacancy Reference No. 695517 This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Fixed Term opportunities may be for substantive occupant(s) who are on a period(s) of Parental Leave.

Position Profile

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Nurses who have a special interest in Adolescent Medical Specialities and Eating Disorders to join our dynamic team. You will be a pivotal part of the multidisciplinary team in providing evidence-based care to adolescent patients. Ward 4A is the only specialised Adolescent Medical Ward in Western Australia and designed to provide comprehensive medical, psychological, and social care for adolescents (typically aged 12-16) who require hospitalisation. As part of the multidisciplinary team, we focus on addressing complex health concerns including chronic medical conditions, eating disorders, mental health concerns, and acute medical conditions that require age-appropriate care. The Clinical Nurse provides clinical and professional expertise within the team, facilitating and promoting safety and quality of care. The Clinical Nurse practices within their scope of practice considerate of the Nursing and Midwifery Board’s Nursing Practice Decision Flowchart.

About Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH)

About Perth Children’s Hospital (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 purpose-built facility incorporates the latest evidence-based design principles to deliver optimal care to the community. 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 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.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Perth Children's Hospital actively promotes an opportunity for permanent residency sponsorship and strongly encourages interested international applicants to apply. Fixed term contracts can be held by individuals on visas that allow working rights within Australia.

Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.

Selection and Documentation

Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. Within the application system you will be presented with the four (4) questions below. Please respond by describing your relevant skills and experience in line with the Essential Criteria within the attached Job Description Form. Please answer the selection criteria below in no more than 3 pages;

- Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in the delivery of evidence-based nursing care within the practice setting. (Selection criteria 2)

- Well-developed communication skills, including teaching, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. (Selection criteria 3)

- Demonstrated leadership skills. (Selection criteria 6)

- Demonstrated experience with continuous quality improvement, application of nursing research and the implementation of evidence-based practice. (Selection criteria 7)

Please also provide a current resume which summarises your experience and contains phone and email contact details of two professional referees, with at least one being a recent supervisor/line manager. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. 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.

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

Further Job Related Information

We encourage you to contact Kim Henley, Clinical Nurse Manager on +61 8 6456 4125 or via email [emailprotected]

The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. CAHS is made up of four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH). Consisting of over 6,500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the metropolitan area.

For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here.

CAHS Values: CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped 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 the values. For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here

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 via email: [emailprotected]

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. Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment CAHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

This is a recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:

- Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.

- The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.

- Appointments may be made from this pool until 14 August 2026.

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

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

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