Assistant in Nursing

WHERE COMPASSION MEETS EXCELLENCE
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This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time, Casual appointment with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Position Profile:
The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) at Perth Children's Hospital (PCH) is a key member of a multidisciplinary team, providing general patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). Located within the Surgical Services directorate, this role supports the delivery of coordinated and family-centred care. As an AIN, you will perform duties in accordance with the AIN Scope of Practice, assisting with a range of patient care tasks and contributing to a safe work environment by following all hospital policies and procedures.

To be employed as an Assistant in Nursing at CAHS:
There are two AIN pre-requisite pathways to facilitate employment:

• Non-Student Pathway: Successful completion and possession of a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance - Acute Care.

• Student Pathway: Evidence of successful completion with academic good standing of a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) approved program of study for either:

• Semester 1 to 3 (50% completion) of Bachelor of Nursing program.

• Semester 1 to 4 (50% completion) of dual Bachelor of Science (Nursing) / Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) program.

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.

Eligibility to Apply:
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Fixed term and/or casual contracts can be held by individuals on visas that allow working rights within Australia.

Selection Criteria:
Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at )

Application Instructions:
Applications are required to be submitted online by selecting "Apply for job" below. (via ) Please ensure the email address provided is actively monitored as it will serve as the primary communication channel throughout the recruitment process.

Within the application system you will be presented with the following four questions designed to assess your qualifications against the Essential Selection Criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form. Please review the Essential Criteria carefully when preparing your responses. These questions allow you to showcase your relevant skills and experiences in detail, with a generous word limit of 500 words per question.

• To be considered for this position, you must be employable as an AIN under the WA Health Assistant in Nursing Policy via either the AIN (student) or AIN (non-student) pre-requisite pathway. Which of these pathways do you meet? (Related to Essential Criteria 1)
• Can you describe a time when you had to assist with a patient's daily care needs, such as mobility or toileting? How did you ensure the patient's dignity was maintained and that you were working within your scope of practice, under the guidance of an RN? (Related to Essential Criteria 3)
• The role requires adherence to strict safety protocols, such as infection control and safe manual handling. Can you provide an example of how you've applied these principles in a previous role to maintain a safe environment for both yourself and others? (Related to Essential Criteria 4)
• A current resume which summarises your experience and includes both phone and email contact details of two professional referees, with at least one being a recent supervisor/line manager.
• Evidence of possession of a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance - Acute Care, or evidence of successful completion with academic good standing of a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) approved program of study (example: a letter from your university stating the require completion.)

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.

Working With Childrens Check:
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:

Selection Criteria:
Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at ).

For Further Job Related Information:
We encourage you to contact Alexis Immink on

About Child and Adolescent Health Service (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 7,000 employees across PCH, King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), and over 160 community clinics in the metropolitan area. For more information about our services click here.

CAHS Values:
CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of
Compassion
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Collaboration
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Equity
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Respect,
Excellence
and
Accountability
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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 or via email:

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.

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.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 08/03/2026.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 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.