Clinical Support Nurse - Perioperative Services

Western Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Western Health in Melbourne's western region seeks a Part-Time Clinical Support Nurse – Perioperative Services to mentor and support early-career nurses and postgraduate learners. You will lead by example, provide expert clinical guidance, and foster a safe, evidence-based learning environment while promoting best practice care across perioperative settings.

In this role you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to staff development plans, and participate in quality

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with perioperative experience.
• Minimum 3 years' nursing experience with perioperative exposure.
• Commitment to education, evidence-based practice and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical support and mentorship to nursing staff.
• Foster a positive and safe learning environment that promotes skill development.
• Role model evidence-based practice and support continuous improvement in clinical care.
• Contribute to staff performance development through coaching and feedback.
• Participate in quality improvement and research initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

Skills

Mentoring

Clinical education

Coaching

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse (AHPRA)

Job description

Clinical Support Nurse - Perioperative Services

• Location: Sunshine and Joan Kirner Women's & Children's Hospital Theatres
• Employment Type: Part-Time (66.5 hours/fortnight), Ongoing
• Salary: Clinical Support Nurse + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

As a Clinical Support Nurse (CSN) at Western Health, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and mentoring nursing staff, with a strong focus on early-career nurses and post graduate learners. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead by example, providing expert clinical guidance, fostering a positive learning environment, and promoting best practice care.

Working within the Department of Education and Learning, you'll be part of a team dedicated to lifelong learning and professional development. Your contribution will directly enhance patient outcomes, build nursing capability, and support Western Health's mission to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care. This is a rewarding role for a passionate clinical support nurse who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and making a lasting impact.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide expert clinical support and mentorship to nursing staff.
• Foster a positive and safe learning environment that promotes skill development and best practice care.
• Role model evidence-based practice and support continuous improvement in clinical care.
• Contribute to staff performance development through coaching, supervision, and feedback.
• Participate in quality improvement and research initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

About you:

• Current AHPRA registrationas a Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years' experience and minimum 2 years' experience in the perioperative environment.
• Strong clinical knowledge and perioperative skill set, with the ability to role model best practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to mentor, coach, and support staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomouslyand collaboratively within multidisciplinary and education teams.
• Experience in clinical education or preceptorship, with a commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia's fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're passionate about clinical excellence, lifelong learning, and empowering others through mentorship and evidence-based care, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 11 November 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Chelsea Cornford (Education Coordinator) via ***************@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.