This is a 12-month fixed term appointment up to 0.40 FTE, with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency.

We are currently seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant (Research) to join our team.

Position Profile

This role provides leadership and specialist knowledge in relation to the nursing and midwifery research across SMHS. This role will lead and coordinate nursing and midwifery research activities across SMHS; supporting the development of a sustainable research culture through capacity-building initiatives, clinical research capability development and facilitating the translation of evidence into practice. The Research CNC will professionally report to the Nurse Midwife Director Research, SMHS and will work collaboratively with health service staff and research partners.

The position is located at Fiona Stanley Hospital, Murdoch.

About us

South Metropolitan Health Service, every employee contributes to delivering safe, high-quality care to our community. Guided by our vision of Excellent health care, every time, we place research, innovation and continuous improvement at the centre of everything we do. We are building a culture of shared learning and leadership that reflects our commitment to being Collectively One, Locally Led. Through tailored development programs, leadership opportunities and contemporary ways of working, our people are empowered to grow, thrive and make a meaningful difference across every site and portfolio.

Fiona Stanley Hospital (FSH) is an 863-bed tertiary and quaternary hospital providing a broad range of specialised healthcare services. These include the State Rehabilitation Service, a comprehensive cancer centre, dedicated mental health facilities, maternity, paediatric and neonatal care, as well as the State Adult Burns Service. FSH also delivers highly specialised treatments such as heart and lung transplantation and hyperbaric medicine.

Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment! SMHS 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.

Want to know more? We encourage you to contact Carrie Janerka, Nurse Midwife Director, on 6151 1205 .

How to apply

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Suitability Criteria: Suitability recognises that merit is determined not only by skills, knowledge and experience, but also by a broader set of factors. These include an applicant’s eligibility for appointment, demonstrated behaviours, alignment with organisational values and ethical standards, and their ability to contribute positively to our workplace culture.

Essential selection criteria:
1. Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
2. Extensive experience and knowledge in research.
3. Demonstrated skills in advanced problem solving and critical thinking.
4. Demonstrated skills in project coordination and development.
5. Advanced interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
6. Demonstrated significant knowledge and application of research and best practice principles and experience undertaking activities aligned with the National Safety and Quality Health Services Standards.
7. Current knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Work Health and Safety, and how these impact on employment and service delivery.

Your application should include:

1. A copy of your current CV
2. A statement addressing the selection criteria outlined above, in no more than 2-3 pages
3. The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role. Please note referees may be contacted as part of the initial assessment process.

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.

Application and assessment support

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application,



please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Employee Benefits

Our employees enjoy a range of advantages which may include (in line with operational requirements):

- Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location-based allowances
- 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.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

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.

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 SMHS 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.

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

📌 Clinical Nurse Consultant - Research (Murdoch)
🏢 WA Health
📍 Murdoch