Movement Disorder Clinical Nurse Specialist
Join NSW Health as an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide expertise in the nursing management of movement disorders in the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 (CNS2). The position is permanent part‑time, 24 hrs per week.
* Employment type: Permanent Part Time
* Position classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
* Remuneration: $58.83 - $60.76 per hour
* Hours per week: 24
* Requisition ID: REQ
Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like‑minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients while creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work every day. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone. There's a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees and teams' voices. You'll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers and our communities' lives.
NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensuring that all our people feel respected and can participate safely within a work environment free of aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.
Where you'll be working
The CNS2 provides expert clinical knowledge to facilitate information sharing, planning and coordination of care for patients with movement disorders within Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH) inpatient and outpatient settings.
What You'll Be Doing
The Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 (CNS2) is an expert resource person in the nursing management of movement disorders, including but not limited to Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, motor neuron disease, Tourette syndrome and restless‑leg syndrome. In an outpatient setting, the CNS2 will provide education for patients' self‑management of disease, monitoring their wellbeing and response to treatment, and advocating for patients within the multidisciplinary setting.
The Position Will
* Provide a link between patients and carers and the neurology/movement disorders multidisciplinary team (MDT).
* Coordinate and participate in a weekly Movement Disorder Clinic.
* Co‑ordinate prospective patients regarding first contact, appointments, clinical reviews and treatment to enhance quality of life and improve health outcomes.
* Develop models of care for the patient journey in both outpatient and inpatient settings as required.
* Provide education to patients, carers and clinical staff including nursing, allied health and medical colleagues.
People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.
Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria
* Registered Nurse – Division 1 with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) 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.
* Demonstrated extensive and specific experience in working with clients who have movement disorders and a proven ability to undertake assessment, formulate and implement appropriate care strategies for the client.
* Demonstrated knowledge and ability to mentor and coach nursing staff to enhance professional development.
* Demonstrated experience in leading and initiating activities to improve clinical service delivery and patient clinical outcomes.
* Demonstrated skills in computer use and applications such as Windows, word processing and database.
* Demonstrated ability to work individually and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
For role related queries or questions contact Hannah Don at
Applications Close: 18 December 2025
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