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The Opportunity
We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Acute Care for Waratah Ward at Southern Highlands Private Hospital. The Clinical Nurse Specialist is an advanced level Registered Nurse who acts as a clinical and professional resource person, demonstrating broad knowledge and clinical expertise in all facets of caring for the patient. Waratah Ward provides inpatient nursing care to a broad range of acute medical and surgical patients as well providing rehabilitation services and specialised palliative care. Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, you will perform high level nursing care and be the senior resource for Acute Care Nursing, ensuring a high level of quality patient care is delivered in line with the core values and strategic direction of the Hospital and Ramsay Health Care.
Duties And Responsibilities
* Contribute to and participate in the education of all clinical staff through involvement with precepting and clinical support for new staff, in-services, education initiatives and clinical competency programs
* Involvement in the Hospital and departmental quality improvement processes
* Demonstrate high levels of critical thinking and problem-solving skills within the acute clinical setting
* Drive the delivery of high-quality care to acute medical and surgical patients, championing standards of practice and best practice within your speciality area
* This opportunity is an active clinical leadership role, working closely with the NUM, Team Leader, Nursing Educator and the ward nursing team to drive the highest standards of evidence-based care in Acute Care Nursing.
Skills And Experience
You will have exceptional customer service, strong communication and interpersonal skills and meet the following criteria:
* Relevant registration with the AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
* Minimum four (4) years' experience in an acute hospital based clinical role
* Demonstrated extensive experience in Acute Care Nursing
* Relevant post-graduate qualification or undertaking same
* Excellent time management & organisation skills.
* Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
* Ability to work rotating roster
What's in it for you?
Professional Advancement:
Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
Discounts:
Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you'll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.
Health and Wellbeing:
Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a
free Employee Assistance Program
offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.
Leisure/Social/Financial:
Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.
The Hospital
The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ' People Caring for People' since 1964.
Requirements
* Provide or complete a National Police Check (conducted within the last 12 months)
* According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
To Apply
All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
For enquiries, please contact Amanda Lindley via, .
Applications Close: 13 th February 2026
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