Vacancy Reference No. 751318

This is a Permanent Part-Time appointment at 60.8 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE).

Position Profile

We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced, energetic candidate to the position of Clinical Nurse Specialist, Diabetes Technology. The PCH Diabetes department is a recognised centre of excellence with the National Association of Diabetes ( NADC ) and is closely affiliated with research centres Children’s Diabetes Centre and The Kids Institute providing exciting opportunities to participate in cutting edge diabetes research projects. We are looking for a qualified Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to oversee the diabetes technology program. Using expert clinical knowledge, the CNS will assess, support, and intervene to improve diabetes related outcomes and wellbeing, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have significant recent experience in rolling out insulin pump systems and demonstrate advanced communication skills, independence, and teamwork.

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 Kathleen Irwine on 08 6456 3352.

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, Section51 of the Equal Opportunity Act1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Working With Children 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.

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.

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.

Support for your interview process

CAHS is committed to ensuring that our interview process meets the access needs of all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a disability, enhance access, or support your inclusion and success during the interview, please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team prior to your interview. You can reach the team via [email protected] or by calling 08 6456 0321. All enquiries will be treated confidentially.

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.

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📌 Clinical Nurse Specialist - Diabetes (Perth)
🏢 Child and Adolescent Health Service
📍 Perth