We are seeking to establish a pool of talented Assistants in
Nursing to expand the Fiona Stanley & Fremantle Hospitals Group
team. The successful applicants as part of a multidisciplinary
team delivers general patient care to patients under the direct
supervision and guidance of a Registered Nurse or Midwife. Performs
the primary function of an Assistant in Nursing as defined in
Assistant in Nursing Policy MP 0080/18
Applicants must hold a:
o Certificate III in Health
Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care),
OR
o Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing),
OR
o Certificate III in Individual Support (Aged care),
OR
o Certificate III in Aged Care.
A copy of the certificate must be uploaded at the end of
the application.
This is a recruitment pool for permanent full time/part time,
fixed term full time/part time appointments. 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 31/12/2026.
Fiona Stanley
Hospital (FSH) is the major
tertiary-quaternary hospital in the South Metropolitan area and
offers comprehensive health care services to adults, youth and
children.
Fremantle Hospital (FH)
provides specialist hospital services and plays a vital
role in supporting the tertiary-quaternary services of Fiona
Stanley Hospital. It delivers specialist inpatient and outpatient
services including aged care and elective surgical services.
Employee Benefits
Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in
line with operational requirements):
- Professional development opportunities and study
leave/assistance
- Flexible leave and working arrangements
- Other professional and location-based allowances if
applicable
- Reduced cost membership to fitness facilities across Perth
through the SMHS Fitness Passport
- Subsidised Transperth travel
- Onsite childcare facility at Fiona Stanley Hospital
(external provider)
Are you eligible?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western
Australian public sector is essential that you are an Australian
citizen or have Permanent Residency status in Australia. To be
eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary
evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the
period of the contract.
WA Health is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive
workforce and to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the
delivery of our services. As part of our Aboriginal Workforce
Policy and our ongoing commitment to equity, Section 51 of the
Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Our values guide every aspect of our work, including how we
recruit and support our employees. The South Metropolitan Health
Service welcomes applications from Aboriginal people, people from
culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LBGTIQ+SB
communities, and people with disability. No matter your age, race,
gender, religion, sexual orientation, or family/carer
responsibilities, we invite you to bring your skills, experience,
and perspective to our team.
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.
Some positions filled via this vacancy may be 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
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are requested to answer all applicant
questions and provide:
- A Curriculum Vitae (CV) – max 3 pages
- Name, position and contact details of two (2)
professional referees from within the past
twelve (12) months, one of whom must be a
current Line Manager. Include work
email address and ensure they have agreed to provide a
reference if contacted.
- A copy of your eligible certificate
Additional attachments required with your
application:
- If you are not an Australian Citizen or Permanent
Resident, please attach evidence of your Australian
working rights.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to
applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete
the online application process as you will be required to answer
various questions and attach your documentation.
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.
What happens after I apply?
This is an “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the
following should be noted:
- The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for
applications and will assess on a regular basis.
- The Nursing Recruitment Manager will review your CV and
references.
- Application outcomes may be delayed if referee
details are not provided at the time of submission. Please
ensure all referee contact information is current and accurate.
It is your responsibility to confirm that your recent
referees have agreed to provide a reference if
contacted.
- If suitable, you will be added to the recruitment
pool.
- Health Support Services (HSS) will email you confirming
your status (successful or unsuccessful, check your spam/junk
mail).
- Nurse Unit Managers (NUMs) will contact you directly if a
suitable position arises.
- You will be eligible for positions that become
available until 31st December 2026.
A few important notes if successful to the
pool:
- If you do not hear from a NUM, it means either:
- Your application wasn’t selected, or
- There are no current vacancies in your chosen area.
- However, you will remain in the pool
until 31st December 2026.
- If you accept a position elsewhere, please let us know by
withdrawing your application and notifying the
Nursing Corporate Nurse Manager via FSFHG.NursingRecruit@health.wa.gov.au
Want to know more?
We encourage you to contact the Nursing Corporate - Nurse
Manager on 08 6152 1344 or email FSFHG.NursingRecruit@health.wa.gov.au
