At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide education and clinical support in palliative care to clients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Company: Join the largest health organisation in Australia, dedicated to enriching community health.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible work options, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Must be an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $128,301.89 - $132,523.13 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Rosemeadow Community Health Centre
Applications close: 15/11/26
Contact: Samantha Dowd on Samantha.Dowd@health.nsw.gov.au
An exciting opportunity has come up for a Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Team at Rosemeadow Community Health Centre. The Palliative Care CNS will provide ongoing education, mentoring and clinical support to clients, carers, nursing and multidisciplinary staff.
Are You the Right Fit?
- Experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (Palliative Care) with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary teamwork.
- Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while supporting Community Health Nurses, clients, and families through education, mentoring, and clinical guidance.
Selection Criteria
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience working in the clinical area of the employee's specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
- Demonstrated experience and skills in providing complex care in the relevant field.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs.
- Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of advanced evidenced based nursing care.
- Demonstrated understanding and participation in risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement in the workplace.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au.
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
- Financial Perks: 12% superannuation, salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary, annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff), one extra day off each month for full-time employees.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role), paid maternity and parental leave, generous leave options like long service and carers leave.
- Grow Your Career: Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
- Health & Wellbeing: Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport, free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP), wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance.
Additional Information
- Vaccination Requirements: All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
- Child Safe Employment: South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
- Temporary Positions: For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Community Health in Sydney employer: South Western Sydney Local Health District
At South Western Sydney Local Health District, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and supportive work culture that prioritises patient care and employee well-being. Our state-of-the-art Campbelltown Hospital provides diverse clinical experiences, while our commitment to professional development ensures that all staff have opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in shaping healthier communities and enjoy benefits like salary packaging and discounted gym memberships, all within a progressive and inclusive environment.
Contact Details:
South Western Sydney Local Health District Recruitment Team
