Clinical Nurse

Position Profile We are currently looking to appoint experienced and dedicated individuals to the role of Clinical Nurse within the Complex Care – Ambulatory Care Service. As an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, the Clinical Nurse provides clinical and professional expertise within this team to ensure comprehensive evidence‑based nursing care is delivered to patients. The Clinical Nurse facilitates and promotes patient safety and quality of care, supporting the provision of service within their speciality area and ensuring compliance with standards of practice. 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. The purpose‑built facility incorporates the latest evidence‑based design principles to deliver optimal care to the community. Requirements Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA). Minimum of four years’ experience in a similar role (preferred). A willingness to learn and embrace the unique challenges and rewards of paediatric nursing. A collaborative, compassionate leader who 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 opportunities 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. Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online; this email address will be used for communication. Your ability to meet the work‑related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. Within the application system you will be presented with three (3) questions outlined in the attached Job Description Form. Each question allows you to showcase your relevant skills and experiences in detail, with a generous word limit of 500 words per question: Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and experience in the delivery of evidence‑based nursing care within the practice setting. (Essential Selection Criteria 2) Demonstrated well‑developed communication skills, including teaching, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. (Essential Selection Criteria 3) Demonstrated leadership skills. (Essential Selection Criteria 6) Please also provide a current resume that summarizes your experience and contains phone and email contact details of two professional referees, with at least one being a recent supervisor or line manager. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. 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 : .au Further Information We encourage you to contact Julie Vine – Clinical Nurse Manager on or via email. 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. CAHS comprises Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH), Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). It operates with over 5,500 employees across PCH, King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), and more than 160 community clinics in the metropolitan area. CAHS Values Compassion Collaboration Equity Respect Excellence 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 assistance, including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and for 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 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. Recruitment Pool and Closing Date 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 . If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services for immediate assistance during business hours. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00 pm on the closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr