Employment Details
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position
Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $58.86 - $60.76 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: Newcastle, Maitland and Belmont
Applications Close: Sunday, 8th March 2026
Requisition ID: REQ636637
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. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Where You'll Be Working
You'll join the Consultation Liaison (CL) Psychiatry Team, a specialist mental health service providing in‐reach to John Hunter Hospital, The Maitland Hospital (including Kurri Kurri Hospital) and Belmont Hospital. The team supports patients with complex interactions between physical and mental health, including those recovering from trauma, experiencing psychiatric or psychological problems related to medical illness, presenting after suicide attempts, or living with delirium, dementia and BPSD. The culture is supportive, collaborative and clinically focused, with a strong ethos of excellent, comprehensive care, timely support for referrers and a genuine team approach to managing workload and clinical challenges.
About The Role
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist - Consultation Liaison Psychiatry Team, you'll work alongside consumers and their families to complete comprehensive mental health triage, assessment, safety planning and short‐term interventions for patients with comorbid medical and psychiatric issues or somatic presentations. You'll move across emergency, medical and surgical settings, providing expert mental health input, advice on consent and anxiety management, and support to staff caring for patients in distress or crisis. You'll enjoy a balance of autonomy and teamwork: managing your own clinical load while building strong relationships with general hospital teams, contributing to staff wellbeing, and offering education and support to a wide range of professional groups. Each day offers variety and clinical challenge, supporting ongoing growth and advanced practice in liaison psychiatry.
About You
* Bringing current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA with relevant post‐registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in Psychiatry Liaison of their specified post‐graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
* Eligibility to drive in NSW and willingness to travel for work purposes.
* Advanced clinical skills and experience in mental health assessment, triage and safety planning.
* A strong interest in consultation liaison psychiatry and working with comorbid medical and psychiatric presentations.
* Highly effective written and verbal communication skills to support clear, timely liaison with referrers and hospital teams.
* The ability to work autonomously while contributing actively to a supportive multidisciplinary team.
* A commitment to ongoing learning, reflection and professional development, including participation in supervision and clinical review.
* A positive, team‐focused approach that supports a high‐performing, well‐supported CL team culture.
You'll be supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team, the Area Director of Liaison Psychiatry, the Service Manager and the Director of Nursing. You'll have access to structured orientation in a supernumerary capacity, regular supervision, monthly Clinical Review and Journal Club, and daily safety huddles to support safe practice, learning and growth.
Perks
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro‐rata for part time employees)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true work‐life balance
* Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well‐being – discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Information for Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2. The stepping-up website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp. This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child‐safe environment
We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare and well‐being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Inclusive Employer
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‐free application process.
Benefits
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
Contact: Danielle Sander
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