At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate palliative care and support to clients and families during challenging times.
- Company: Join Benalla Health, a community-focused organisation dedicated to optimal care.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, career development, salary packaging, and 5 weeks annual leave.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant community lifestyle with cultural attractions and natural beauty.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Postgraduate experience in Palliative Care Nursing and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 69300 - 84700 $ per year.
Make a meaningful difference when it matters most. Are you an experienced nurse with a passion for person-centred palliative care and supporting people and families through life-limiting illness? Benalla Health is seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) – Palliative Care to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your specialist nursing knowledge, clinical expertise and exceptional communication skills to support clients to live well, make informed choices and receive care that reflects what matters most to them.
At Benalla Health, we value our people and are committed to creating a supportive workplace that encourages professional development, work/life balance and clinical excellence.
About the role
As the Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will provide specialist nursing support across the palliative care journey, working closely with clients, carers and families to ensure care is responsive to their individual needs, goals and preferences. You will:
- Coordinate the intake and prioritisation of palliative care referrals.
- Undertake comprehensive specialist assessments and develop goal-oriented, person-centred care plans in partnership with clients and their carers/families.
- Regularly review and evaluate client progress, adapting care as needs, goals and preferences change.
- Provide specialist advice, education and support to clients and carers managing life-threatening illness.
- Act as a key worker and consistent point of contact for clients and families regarding their care.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to coordinate responsive and seamless care.
- Build strong relationships with GPs, specialists, medical consultancy services, district nursing, allied health, community services, volunteers and loss and grief support.
- Promote client-led decision making, health behaviour change, chronic disease self-management and the palliative approach.
- Advocate for clients and families, ensuring their wishes, values and preferences remain central to care.
About you
We are looking for an experienced nurse who combines strong clinical expertise with empathy, confidence and a genuine commitment to supporting people and families at a significant time in their lives. You will bring:
- Postgraduate experience in Palliative Care Nursing.
- Community nursing experience.
- Demonstrated skills in working with consumers and families with a life-threatening illness and an understanding of the palliative approach.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills in Health Behaviour Change, Chronic Disease Self-Management, consumer-led Goal Directed Care Planning, and Person-Centred Care.
- Current Car driving licence.
Why choose Benalla Health?
Benalla Health is an organisation dedicated to providing a wide range of services that prioritise optimal care and overall wellbeing for our consumers in the rural community. Our commitment to "Best Care, Every Person, Every Time" is deeply ingrained in our organisation, ensuring that our values of Respect, Empathy, Excellence, Compassion, and Accountability are upheld by both our staff and consumers. Collaboration is at the heart of Benalla Health, with a team of just over 300 staff members. We believe that by working together within our teams and the community, we can deliver the best outcomes for our consumers.
When you join Benalla Health, you become part of a vibrant and diverse work environment and community that celebrates individuality and inclusivity.
Looking to move?
Located 200kms north of Melbourne, Benalla offers a diverse range of attractions and experiences. It is an ideal destination for wine lovers and winter sports enthusiasts alike. Benalla is also famous for its vibrant arts scene, with the Benalla Art Gallery and the town itself boasting stunning street art and captivating silo art. Overall, Benalla provides a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and exciting activities, making it an appealing destination for those making a career change.
Why you will love it here!
- Career development and opportunities to help reach your career goals, including training that delves into your chosen specialty.
- Flexible work practices to help create the work life balance you need including 5 weeks annual leave and an opportunity to substitute public holidays.
- Boost your take home pay with Salary Packaging opportunities including the Remote Area Benefit available to those living and working within 40km of Benalla.
- Strong sense of community, inclusivity and a values driven team destined to deliver the best outcomes.
- A country lifestyle close to the Alpine Region.
The successful applicant (upon appointment) will undergo a National Police Records Check and Working with Children's Check for pre-employment safety screening purposes. Benalla Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong commitment to Child Safety. This includes establishing and maintaining child safe and child friendly environments.
Applications for this position will close 15/10/2026.
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Palliative Care employer: Benalla Health
Benalla Health is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing of both its staff and the community, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture. With a strong commitment to career development, flexible work practices, and generous leave entitlements, employees can achieve a fulfilling work-life balance while contributing to high-quality healthcare services. Located in the picturesque town of Benalla, staff enjoy a vibrant lifestyle enriched by cultural attractions and natural beauty, making it an ideal place for meaningful employment.
