CRVCID. 755598 This is a Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointment(s), of up to a total of 3.1 FTE until 30/06/2027, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Position Profile

Rare Care provides an outpatient state-wide service supporting children and their families with rare and undiagnosed disease (RUD) through three programs. The Clinical Nurse Specialist provides a consultation service within their area of expertise working collaboratively to improve quality of patient care and promote desired outcomes for children and their families with RUD. This position provides specialist nursing support in the outpatient setting, as well as supporting staff in the hospital and community setting, conducting intake meetings, coordinating care and contributing to data collection. Outpatient clinics are run at community locations in Mt Lawley and Cockburn.

Cross-sector model of care: care coordination program that employs professionals from each of the various sectors working together as one team including hospital, primary care, mental health, education, disability, welfare and social services to fill the gaps experience by children and their families with RUD.

Nurse Navigator Program: telehealth nurse only care coordination and navigation program for children and their families with RUD that do not require full cross-sector coordination.

RUD Skilled Support Line: real-time case-based support to clinicians across WA linking them to RUD specialists for guidance on assessment, referral and care planning.

Please note: current reporting lines of this position are subject to change.



Please specify in your application if you are interested in a specific program, noting portfolios will be allocated based on clinical need and the specific skills/knowledge of applicants.

Requirements

- A statement addressing the following selection criteria ONLY in no more than 2-3 pages;
- Demonstrated significant knowledge, experience and leadership in area of speciality.
- Demonstrated knowledge of research principles to support evidence-based practice.
- Demonstrated well developed interpersonal and communication (written/oral) skills.

- A statement addressing the following suitability criteria ;

- Experience working with people with rare and undiagnosed disease, or significant medical complexity
- Experience in coordinating care
- A current resume which summarises your experience and how you meet the position requirements.
- The name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide an employment reference (we will contact you and seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).

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

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Anna Thetford on 0401 243 353.

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

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

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