BRING YOUR CRITICAL CARE SKILLS TO A TEAM THAT CHANGES LIVES

VCID No: 750856

We currently have FTE available for 2.42 permanent appointments.

Applicants assessed as suitable through this process will be considered for other vacancies within the team (within the next 12 months) which could be permanent or fixed term.

Position Profile:   Do you have a desire to care for critically unwell and injured children in Paediatric Intensive Care (PICU) and High Dependency (HDU)?  The Paediatric Critical Care (PCC) unit are looking for experienced and motivated nurses to join the team. 

We need your nursing expertise to care for our most vulnerable patients and provide exceptional care and support.  You will have an opportunity to make a real difference and connect at a whole new level with children, adolescents and their families.  Be a part of their journey! 

About the Department/Service/Directorate:

Paediatric Critical Care comprises the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and the High Dependency Unit (HDU) and is one of the specialised services at Western Australia’s only tertiary children’s hospital.  The PCC unit at Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) offers a state-wide intensive care service for critically ill infants, children and young people.

Nurses in PCC are responsible for the care of sick and injured children as well as their post-surgical care.  This includes complex Cardiothoracic, Ear Nose and Throat and Neurosurgery.  PCC has access to the latest technology and innovation and is a Centre for Intensive Care research.  PCC also forms part of the hospital’s emergency response and medical emergency team. Our PCC is a Level 3 Intensive Care Unit and offers a range of complex services including an ECMO service.

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 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.

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.

For your written application please provide the following:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages
• A statement addressing the following *suitability criteria.
• Eligibility - Must possess at least six months experience working in a Paediatric Critical Care environment.
• A current resume which summarises your experience and how you meet the position requirements.
• The name, email and contact details of two professional referees who can be contacted to provide an employment reference.

*Suitability Criteria:  Suitability recognises that there is a range of factors along with having the skills, knowledge and abilities that constitute merit.  These factors included a person's eligibility, ability to demonstrate the right behaviours, ethical alignment and cultural fit.  In addition to the Essential Criteria and Desirable Criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form, these requirements will also be considered to determine your suitability for the role.

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. 

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 

For Further Job Related Information:  We encourage you to contact Sarah Maisey, Clinical Nurse Manager on +61 8 6456 0334.

Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

Sponsorship is not currently available for this position.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

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 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

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within CAHS and/or the wider WA public sector. 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 of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
   
About CAHS 

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 comprises three service areas: Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) and Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).  

With over 7000 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area. 

For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS, please click here and for further information regarding CAHS’ services, please click here 

CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, 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. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert. 

Supporting diversity and inclusion:  If you have any access needs that may require adjustment to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, including alternate methods of communication, or for any confidential enquiries please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team on +61 8 6456 0321 or via email: 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 WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.