Clinical Nurse

Vacancy Reference No. 665315

This is a Recruitment Pool for a Permanent Full time opportunity, Fixed-Term and/or Part-Time work arrangements may be considered

Position Profile:  We are seeking experienced and passionate Clinical Nurses to join our dedicated team to provide clinical and professional expertise and operational leadership and support to nursing staff and ensure delivery of exceptional care to our young patients.

Reporting to the Clinical Nurse Manager, you will facilitate and promote patient safety and quality of care through provision of professional development and mentoring to nursing staff, assisting with upskilling and competency assessment.

As a valued clinical resource, you will apply your sound knowledge and experience in Oncology and Haematology and support nursing, medical and allied health teams to problem solve, trouble shoot and direct staff to resources as part of care for critically unwell patients and their families.

About our Team:  Based at Perth Children’s Hospital, the Department of Paediatric Oncology and Haematology provide a state-wide service for children and young people (aged 0-16) with cancer, malignant blood disorders, non-malignant blood disorders, and their families.

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.

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

Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process.

Tip - Click on the “Job Description Form” link at the top of this advert, to download the JDF which provides the essential criteria and daily duties statement for this role. 

For your written application please provide the following:

• a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages. 
• a covering letter outlining your suitability for this position.
• A current resume which summarises your recent and most relevant experience and includes both phone and email contact details of two professional referees, with at least one being a recent supervisor and/or 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.

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: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

For Further Job-Related Information:  We encourage you to contact Kendall Hockley, Clinical Nurse Manager, Ward 1A Oncology and Haematology 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, 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 with the application process including any requirement for adjustment that may be needed to accommodate a disability and related confidential enquiries – please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team on 08 6456 03***or via email at: ***************@health.wa.gov.au

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.

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 05/08/2026.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

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.