Employment Type: Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per week
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $116,639 - $120,469 per annum + Annual Leave Loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ651084
About The Role
Formed in 1882, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH) is a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare. It remains one of the nation's most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist provides advanced clinical care to pregnant women and families affected by substance use within inpatient, outpatient and community settings. The role involves comprehensive consultation and assessment, formulation of risk and development of integrated care plans that address substance use, perinatal health and parenting needs. Practice is grounded in trauma‐informed and harm reduction principles that promote engagement, safety and respect.
The position requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary and interagency partners to ensure continuity of care from hospital through to community settings. The Clinical Nurse Specialist contributes specialist advice to clinical reviews, supports shared decision‐making and participates in coordinated responses to child protection, mental health and psychosocial risk. Accurate documentation and outcome monitoring within eMR are embedded in everyday practice to support clinical governance and quality care.
The role also involves advocacy for women navigating complex health and social systems, outreach and home visiting, and ongoing dynamic risk management in line with NSW Health and Drug Health Services policies. Through reflective practice and professional leadership, the Clinical Nurse Specialist contributes to improved maternal and child outcomes during pregnancy and the first two years of life.
Ideal Candidate
* Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with relevant post‐registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of their specified post‐graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
* Relevant experience working with women and families experiencing substance use, psychosocial complexity and involvement with child protection services. Experience within drug and alcohol services, perinatal care, child and family settings or trauma‐informed practice is highly regarded.
* Ability to prioritise and problem‐solve to manage the complex clinical care needs of patients through the development and use of clinical management plans.
* Experience in leading and initiating activities to improve clinical service delivery and patient clinical outcomes.
Benefits and Perks
* Allocated Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
* Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing.
* Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
* Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
* Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
Workplace and Compliance
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).
Equal Opportunity Statement
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.
Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
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