Your nursing career
You can make a big difference to our smallest people with a rewarding career in paediatric nursing with us.
To become a paediatric nurse in Australia, you will need to complete a course with theory units and practical placements.
Qualifications
To study enrolled and registered nursing, there are several educational pathways available. Find out more about the available education providers.
Scholarships and financial assistance for both new and established nurses are available through the WA Chief Nursing Midwifery Office.
Graduate programs
CAHS offers the Nursing Transition to Practice Program for graduate nurses, providing a supportive learning environment to enable the newly qualified nurse to become a competent, confident registered nurse.
Positions are offered across Neonatology, Community Health, Mental Health (CAMHS) and Perth Children’s Hospital over a 12-month program.
Find out more about the nursing graduate programs on offer.
From adult to paediatric nursing
If you have decided to move from adult to paediatric nursing, CAHS offers a five day education program focussing on the development of knowledge and skills related to the care of children and families in the acute paediatric setting.
Find out more about the Supported Introduction to Infant, Paediatric and Adolescent Nursing program.
Pay and benefits
Industrial agreements are in place for both enrolled and registered nurses in the WA Health system.
You can read about the available awards.
The employee contributions for superannuation stand at 11%.
Benefits of working with us
CAHS offers substantial benefits, including flexible work and leave options, professional development opportunities, study leave and assistance and salary packaging.
Read more about the pay and benefits of working at CAHS.
International and interstate applicants
We welcome nurses from all over the world to experience our healthcare system and one of the best lifestyles in the world in Western Australia.
Covering your relocation costs
We offer generous initiatives to support international and interstate recruitment and expedite employment for critical workforce shortages if you chose to move to Western Australia which include travel exemptions and financial incentives for eligible international and interstate applicants to cover flight and relocation costs.
CAHS is willing to consider providing visa sponsorship opportunities for suitable applicants.
Please see the attached Relocation Incentives FAQ for more information or contact CAHS.TalentAcquisition@health.wa.gov.aufor further details.
Read more about international applicants.