Clinical Nurse Consultant (Perinatal Mental Health Coordinator) in Bundaberg

Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service is dedicated to delivering world-class healthcare to our vibrant and diverse community. With a focus on excellence, compassion, and innovation, we are committed to providing exceptional care while fostering a supportive environment for our staff.

At Wide Bay, you’re not just part of a health service – you’re part of a community that values care, connection and compassion for all! Ready to make an impact? Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Regional Queensland.

The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) (Perinatal Mental Health Coordinator) is a clinical leader, accountable at an advanced practice level for the coordination of patient centred clinical practice specific to Perinatal Mental Health. The CNC (Perinatal) demonstrates sound knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and theory and provides clinical leadership, advice and advocacy to a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for the facilitation and provision of quality and cost effective nursing and/or midwifery services which are consistent with contemporary standards, guidelines, relevant legislation and best practice.

The CNC (Perinatal) will provide a consultation-liaison service for perinatal mental health consumers within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service providing a pathway to care for women at risk of perinatal mental health issues.

What we're looking for:

• Demonstrated expert, specialised and comprehensive knowledge of contemporary nursing practice within Perinatal Mental Health.
• Demonstrated ability to participate directly or indirectly in the delivery of clinical care to individuals/groups within Perinatal Mental Health.
• Demonstrated ongoing professional development of self and others and the facilitation of an environment that encourages life long learning, mentoring and support for colleagues.
• Demonstrated high level management and organisational skills including advanced analytical and problem solving skills, professional engagement in change management, risk management skills, information management tools and systems, human and resource management skills, including negotiation, communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships, open communication and a positive environment with internal and external stakeholders while actively contributing to the clinical environment.
• Demonstrated sound knowledge and the ability to apply relevant legislation, guidelines and standards in relation to all areas pertaining to the consultancy of Perinatal Mental Health.
• Demonstrated ability to utilise data and information to ensure that the service is organised for safety and measures are in place to capture the standard of service delivery.
• Knowledge of and a demonstrated commitment to quality business processes and evidence-informed practices, identifying areas for improvement and contributing to these improvements including nursing and midwifery research.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mandatory possession of a nursing qualification from a registered tertiary institution or completion of an approved hospital training program as a Registered Nurse and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• Possession of context-specific postgraduate qualification in nursing is highly desirable.

Career Growth: At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, we invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive team culture.

Inclusive Culture: We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all voices are heard, and innovation can flourish.

Impactful Work: Be a part of an organisation that's shaping the future of healthcare and making a real difference to the lives of individuals.

Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, including competitive remuneration, training and development and flexible work arrangements and leave options.

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $82,106 p.a., comprising salary rates between $66.86 - $72.59 p.h., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 7) (Permanent Part Time, 38 hours p.f.).

Bundaberg and the Coral Coast region is where the coastline meets the country, just four hours' drive north of Brisbane. Indulge in the region's fresh local produce, seafood and iconic drinks and enjoy endless stretches of family-friendly beaches and nearby national parks where you can camp, fish, swim and surf the day away. Bundaberg is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and has an enviable year-round climate. The city boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery.