Clinical Nurse Emergency Department

Come join us!

Applications are open for Clinical Nurse to join the Emergency Department at Royal Perth Hospital (RPH), one of our leading hospitals within East Metropolitan Health Services (EMHS).

Royal Perth

• Royal Perth Hospital - Western Australia’s longest-serving tertiary hospital and state trauma centre, located in the Perth CBD, offering a variety of medical, surgical and specialty services.

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About Us

RPH ED delivers high-quality care to a wide variety of presentations. As the state’s designated trauma centre, we receive a significant number of trauma cases from all cross Western Australia We provide a toxicology service that admits more than 1,500 patients each year and we are actively involved in preventative health strategies such as the Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth (PARTY) program. Our ED also participates in a number of research projects to assist in continually improving the treatments available to patients in WA, Australia and around the world. . No two days in a metropolitan Emergency Department are the same - we thrive on challenges and pride ourselves on strong teamwork.

Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Nurse (CN) to join our high-performing team. In this role, you will take an active lead in your CN portfolio and promote excellence in the delivery of evidence-based nursing care, with a strong focus on quality improvement and the ongoing development of the department. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely assessment, treatment, and patient flow, while also supporting junior staff and upholding best practice standards

We Offer

• A fast-paced, rewarding environment with a strong team culture.
• Opportunities for professional development, and education.
• Exposure to a wide range of presentations in a tertiary metropolitan hospital
• A chance to play a pivotal role in optimising patient care and hospital flow.
• Competitive salary and employment benefits.

About You

• You will be AHPRA Registered.
• Preferred to have minimum 18 months experience within a tertiary hospital Emergency Department
• Strong clinical decision-making skills and ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
• Demonstrate high level of communication, interpersonal skills, and conflict resolution.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities.
• A commitment to patient-centred care and continuous improvement.

We Reward You

East Metropolitan Health Service is committed to staff development and wellbeing. We offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Many options for flexible work arrangements, including working hours and generous leave provisions.
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements (car leasing, laptops, phones, general living expenses, - including mortgage and rent to name a few).
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
• Discounted private health insurance.

About the Job & How to Apply

Apply Now!

If you are a passionate and experienced nurse looking for a challenging yet rewarding role in acute medicine, we want to hear from you! Join us at Royal Perth Hospital’s Emergency Department and make a difference in patient care every day.

Applying is easy! Simply complete the online application form and attach the following:

• current CV detailing your qualifications; work history.
• cover letter addressing the Selection criteria 2,3,6 (600 words per Selection criteria)
• the names and contact details (phone and email) for two (2) referees (one being your current or recent line manager).

Applications without a current CV and Selection Criteria will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a panel interview that may include a short presentation as part of the selection process.

This is an appointment for Permanent and Fixed Term, Full time and/or Part time positions.

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 02/07/2026.

For further job-related information, please contact Sophie Lane, Nurse Unit Manager at [email protected] or call 0404 894 036.

Eligibility and Equality

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. 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.

Applicants must hold Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse (or be eligible to apply. Please refer to the AHPRA website for registration information.