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 [email protected]
Want to know more?
We encourage you to contact the Nursing Corporate - Nurse Manager on 08 6152 1344 or email [email protected]
