The Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne is seeking self-motivated, dynamic Registered Nurses to work in Anaesthetics. You will provide skilled assistance to medical staff for safe administration of anaesthesia or sedation to paediatric patients and ensure equipment is maintained and available, working with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes.

We offer a range of benefits including salary packaging, on-site Clinical Education Hub, hybrid work where applicable, and extensive

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The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".

RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.

RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries.

RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.

For further Information on RCH is available here .

About the Role:

The Royal Children's Hospital is seeking self motivated, dynamic Registered Nurses to work in Anaesthetics. The purpose of this role is to provide skilled assistance to medical staff for the safe administration of anaesthesia or sedation as specified in document PS (ANZCA) - Recommendations on the Assistant for the Anaesthetist and to provide post anaesthetic care to our paediatric patients.

This role is also to ensure all equipment pertaining to the administration of anaesthesia is correctly maintained, checked and available for use while working in partnership with Medical, Nursing and Allied Health Colleagues to ensure best outcomes for our patients.

Your skills and experience:

• Evidence of ongoing Professional development

What we offer:

• Salary packaging option with our partner, SmartSalary - Increase your take home pay by up to $11,500 per annum (and other additional salary-enhancing options!)
• Workplace culture of continuous improvement, growth, support and training
• Clinical Education Hub on-site to support continued training and professional development
• Hybrid work model, if applicable to role
• Convenient location & close to public transport
• Special events
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Support for working mothers including two on-site Early Learning Centres, flexible working arrangements, breast feeding and pumping facilities
• Help when you need it most! Staff counselling, financial coaching, legal support, nutritional support and specialist helpline services, and more through our EAP partner, Converge
• Unlimitedaccess to select fitness facilities in your local area via Fitness Passport
• Enjoy the convenience of an on-site retail precinct, featuring a range of shops, cafés, and food outlets (retail discounts & more)

Other requirements:

• Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Compliance with RCHs "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure

For more information and for enquiries, please contact Simone Kelly via email: OR phone:

Why work at the RCH?

RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offerthe opportunity towork in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.

We also offer staff benefits such as discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.

The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.

It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children's Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption,and offers of employment are conditional on successful completion of background checks including reference checks.

Are you ready to join our team?

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The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".

RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.

RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries.

RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.

For further Information on RCH is available here .

The RCH Infectious Diseases Department provides specialist expertise in the diagnosis, management, and prevention of infections in children, including those who are immunocompromised. It also oversees the delivery of the Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) service and contributes to quality improvement initiatives throughout the hospital. An exciting opportunity is available to join the ID Department and contributes to excellence in clinical care, antimicrobial stewardship, education, quality improvement, and research across the Melbourne Children's Campus.

Key Accountabilities Clinical & Quality and Safety:

• Act as the primary point of contact for Infectious Diseases consultations during on-call periods, providing expert, timely advice for all hospital departments.
• Lead daily inpatient ward rounds with the multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality clinical decision making, collaborative discussion, and shared learning.
• Provide supervision, mentoring, and clinical oversight for Fellows, Registrars, Junior Medical Staff and medical students assigned to the Infectious Diseases service.
• Oversee the accurate and timely documentation of assessments, ward rounds, management plans and clinical outcomes within the medical record.
• Review and manage patients referred to Infectious Diseases outpatient clinics, ensuring continuity and coordination of care.
• Actively participate in Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) activities, including antimicrobial review, audit, feedback, and stewardship initiatives.
• Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of evidence-based clinical guidelines, policies, and care pathways.
• Represent the Infectious Diseases Department on relevant hospital committees, working groups and governance structures.
• Support, contribute to and, where relevant, lead departmental quality improvement initiatives, service evaluation, and patient safety programs.

Teaching & Education:

• Provide high-quality education in paediatric Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship to undergraduate and postgraduate medical trainees, nursing staff, and allied health teams.
• Deliver structured teaching and supervision to Infectious Diseases Fellows and Junior Medical Staff, including regular feedback and assessment.
• Supervise elective medical students, visiting clinicians, and international observers as required.

Research:

• Participate in and contribute to the ID Department's strong academic and research culture through engagement in clinical, translational, implementation or epidemiological research.
• Maintain or develop an active research program aligned with departmental and Melbourne Children's Campus strategic priorities.
• Support advanced training projects within Infectious Diseases and contribute to research capacity building across the department.

To learn more about the role, please view the position description here .

Qualificiations and Experience

• Registered medical practitioner with AHPRA.
• Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent.
• Specialist training in Infectious Diseases with recognition by RACP/APHRA as a Paediatric Infectious Diseases Physician.
• Demonstrated expertise in the clinical management of complex paediatric infectious diseases, including care of immunocompromised patients.
• Higher research degree (Masters, MPH, PhD) or progress toward one.
• Experience developing clinical guidelines, quality initiatives, or service improvement innovation.
• Clinical trial research experience

Key Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated expertise in the clinical management of complex paediatric infectious diseases, including care of immunocompromised patients
• Strong clinical reasoning, diagnostic skills, and ability to manage complex patients.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, supervision, and education.
• Capacity to be geographically located full-time on the Melbourne Children's campus. Applicants who have existing or potential for additional appointments within RCH, MCRI or University of Melbourne campus will be considered favourably.

Other requirements

• Employees are required to undertake a National Criminal Record Check and a Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment
• Employees are required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check throughout their employment
• A current, full driver's licence for the State of Victoria which is appropriate for the type of vehicle being driven, and comply with any restrictions on their licence (e.g. wearing glasses) while undertaking hospital duties
• Employees are required to maintain compliance with RCHs "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure.
• Commitment to RCH values - Curious, Courageous, Inclusive, Kind - and the RCH Compact.

Why work at the RCH?

RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offerthe opportunity towork in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.

We also offer staff benefits such as discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.

The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.

It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children's Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption, and offers of employment are conditional on successful completion of background checks including reference checks.

Applications close Monday, 16th of November 2026

The Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne is seeking a Paediatric Oncologist (Solids/ Neuro-Oncology) to cover Long Service Leave from 21 December 2026 to 29 January 2027. This fixed-term, full-time position is based in the Children's Cancer Centre with 1.0 FTE/80 hours per fortnight.

You will provide expert, evidence-based care for children with cancer, supervise trainees and junior staff, and participate in education and research activities within CCC.

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Paediatric Oncologist - Sabbatical Cover

The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".

RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.

RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries.

RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.

For further Information on RCH is available here .

Paediatric Oncologist - Sabbatical Cover (Liquids/ BMT)

This is a fixed-term, part time position at 1.0 FTE to cover sabbatical Leave cover until 5 February 2027 within the Children's Cancer Centre.

You will be responsible for:

Providing expertise and oversight of the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based clinical care for children with cancer diagnoses, and their families.
You will deliver strong and supportive supervision of trainee and junior medical staff, and contribute to the education and research programs of the Children's Cancer Centre.

Classification for this position will be in accordance with AMA Victoria - Victoria Public Health Sector Medical Specialists Agreement .

What you'll achieve:

• Strong leadership and expertise in the delivery of high-quality care to children and adolescents, and their families
• Active contribution to departmental strategic and operational goals, consistent with the mission, values and strategic plan of the organisation
• Work collaboratively with other CCC stream clinicians, and relevant Stream Leader to facilitate clinical service improvement through clinical audit and research, and promotion of a positive research culture

Your skills and experience

• Demonstrated excellence in the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based paediatric oncology clinical care to children and their families
• Commitment to a patient and family-centred approach to care
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills

About the Department

The Children's Cancer Centre at the Royal Children's Hospital is the leading provider of paediatric oncology care in Victoria, and the only provider of Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant (HSCT). The CCC is committed to providing high-quality, evidence based care to all patients and their families. With a strong focus on research and clinical trials, the CCC is recognised as an international leader in the treatment of childhood cancer.

What we offer:

• Professional development and special events
• Culture of continuous improvement

Other requirements:

• Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willing to obtain
• Compliance with RCHs "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure

For more information about this position please contact Karli Williamson, Operations Manager, Children's Cancer Centre, Email:

Why work at the RCH?

RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offerthe opportunity towork in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.

We also offer staff benefits such as discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.

The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.

It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children's Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption,andoffers of employment are conditional on successful completion of background checks including reference checks.

Are you ready to join our team?

Applications close Wednesday, 31st of October 2026

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) in Melbourne is seeking a Paediatric Oncologist for sabbatical cover. This fixed-term, part-time 1.0 FTE role supports the Children's Cancer Centre with expert clinical care, trainee supervision, and participation in education and research programs.

The position is anchored in the Victorian public health sector with responsibilities aligned to the AMA Victoria Medical Specialists Agreement . Applications close on 31 October 2026.

Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) in Melbourne seeks a Senior Mental Health Clinician for night duty to cover 19:30-06:00 within the Emergency Mental Health Department. The role is offered as a 0.6 EFT (45.6 hours per fortnight) fixed term until June 2027.

You will work with ED staff to manage mental health presentations, support families, liaise with emergency services, and contribute to research and education initiatives. Night shift requirements and a strong collaborative approach are essential.

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Senior Mental Health Clinician - Night Duty only

The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".

RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.

RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries.

RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.

For further Information on RCH is available here .

About the Role:

The Senior Mental Health Clinician role is a part-time, Fixed Term position to cover a secondment until June 2027 at 45.6 hours per fortnight/0.6 EFT, working within the Emergency Mental Health Department. We are seeking a Senior Mental Health Clinician who can cover night shifts (19:30 - 06:00).

This position will be responsible for working collaboratively with Emergency Department staff in managing mental health presentations, providing support to families and carers, liaising with emergency services, contributing to research and evaluation activities, and facilitating mental health promotion and education.

Classification for this position will range from:

• Grade 4 Registered Psychiatric Nurse (NP75-77)
• Occupational Therapist Grade 4 Year 1 - Year 4 (HR9-HR12)
• Social Worker Grade 4 Year 1 - Year 4 (HR25-HR28)

Nursing - skills and experience:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) administered through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA)
• A postgraduate diploma in psychiatric/mental health nursing or completion of a specialist undergraduate Mental Health Nursing program or a specialist post basic course of training which led to registration as a Division 3 Nurse
• Relevant clinical experience
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing personal and professional development, as evidenced by a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) record or Professional Practice Portfolio (PPP)
• Proven capacity for clinical leadership in a team environment and ability to work as a senior team member
• Experience in providing quality clinical/professional supervision to staff and students
• Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience in mental health nursing
• Clinical experience in a tertiary mental health setting
• Demonstrated effectiveness in working in true partnership with other community mental health teams and community/family welfare agencies to plan and implement effective interventions for children and young people experiencing complex mental health problems
• Experience in supervising junior nursing staff and students
• Understanding of the healthcare sector and / or child development
• Completion of the Developmental Psychiatry Course (DPC)

Allied Health - skills and experience: Essential:

• Tertiary Qualification or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Current Registration as an Occupational Therapist or Psychologist with the applicable Health Practitioner Board or a qualified Social Worker or Speech Pathologist
• Minimum 5 years' relevant postgraduate clinical mental health experience

For Social Work applicants:

• Hold a degree in Social Work from an accredited course/university
• Be eligible for membership of AASW
• Meet AASW accreditation standards for Continuing Professional Education
• Uphold the AASW Code of Ethics

For Occupational Therapy applicants:

• Hold an OT degree qualification or equivalent from an accredited course/university
• Be registered with AHPRA and as such have satisfied the requirements of continuing professional development and recency of practice
• Uphold the Code of Ethics, OT Australia

For Psychology applicants:

• Have completed an accredited Master or Doctoral program in a relevant area of practice recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia. (Note Master of Professional Psychology qualification does not meet this criterion)
• Hold general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (Board)
• Have a minimum 5 years professional experience as a Psychologist Grade 2 (or equivalent)
• Hold an Area of Practice Endorsement with the Board in a relevant area of practice for this role
• Hold Board-approved supervisor status, including Board-approval as a 'Registrar Program Principal Supervisor'
• Continuously satisfy the Psychology Board of Australia's continuing professional development standards
• Uphold the Psychology Board of Australia's Code of Conduct
• Have an experience in clinical practice in the area of paediatric psychology
• Demonstrated experience in functioning independently as a psychologist and provision of a range of psychology services
• Demonstrated ability to supervise clinical staff and post graduate students

For Speech Pathology applicants:

• Hold a degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited university
• Be eligible for Certified Practicing Membership with Speech Pathology Australia. Eligibility for Certified Practicing Membership must be maintained for the duration of employment in this role
• Uphold the SPA Code of Ethics

• Demonstrated effectiveness in working in true partnership with other community mental health teams and community/family welfare agencies to plan and implement effective interventions for infants and children experiencing complex mental health problems
• Completion of the Developmental Psychiatry Course (DPC) &/or post graduate training in relevant area

RCH Mental Health is a Level 5 tertiary Infant, Child and Family Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service and comprises community and hospital-based services. This includes three multidisciplinary community teams which are based in Travancore, St Albans and Tarneit, and a variety of Mental Health teams operating from the hospital. The Emergency Department Mental Health Team is based in the RCH Emergency Department and may consist of clinicians from a range of backgrounds such as speech pathology, nursing, social worker, occupational therapy and psychology.

Other requirements:

• Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willing to obtain if applicable
• Compliance with RCHs "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure

For more information about this position please contact /

Why work at the RCH?

RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offerthe opportunity towork in world class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.

We also offer staff benefits such as discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.

The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.

It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children's Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption, and offers of employment are conditional on successful completion of background checks including reference checks.

Are you ready to join our team?

The Royal Children's Hospital is seeking Registered Nurses to join our surgical wards and related departments, including Platypus-Surgical Care and Cockatoo-Surgical and Neuro Care. You'll deliver holistic assessments, develop care plans, and provide family-centred care to patients and families across Victoria.

Current NMBA registration is required; paediatric or surgical nursing experience is highly regarded.