Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - Palliative Care Hunter New England Local Health District
REQ538504 Requisition #
Provide expert palliative care across rural areas, leading teams and improving patient outcomes with compassion and clinical excellence. Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
Remuneration: $131,870.90 - $134,500.70 Per Year + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Armidale and surrounds
Requisition ID: REQ538504
Applications Close: Thursday 9th January 2025
About the role: The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, specialised palliative care consultations across inpatient, outpatient, and residential care settings, with a focus on improving outcomes for rural and regional patients. This role involves travel and telehealth support to remote areas, acting as a leader in clinical practice and service delivery. The candidate will demonstrate strong clinical assessment, case management, and communication skills, alongside a passion for educating and guiding the rural and regional workforce. They will contribute to best practices in palliative care and ensure safe, effective autonomous practice.
In addition to clinical duties, the candidate will play a key role in advancing service provision and implementing guidelines, policies, and models of care. They will receive operational support from their line manager and clinical guidance from the Palliative Care stream network. Ongoing professional development will be encouraged through clinical supervision and education opportunities, including presenting at workshops and conferences. The candidate will embody the values of integrity and professionalism while working toward fulfilling the five domains of the CNC role.
Where you'll be working: The highly dedicated team within the palliative care service will look to you for guidance, clinical expertise and support.
Requirements: Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA. Unrestricted Australian drivers' licence and willingness to travel for work. Additional Information: An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered. Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people. To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr