Western NSW Local Health District
Reference number
REQ638360
Occupation
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Bathurst & Central West NSW
Salary Information
$ $
Closing date
24 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 31/8/202( Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $ $60.76 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Forbes, NSW –
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 24 February 2026– 11:59pm
Clinical Nurse Specialist- Primary & Community Health
Lachlan Health Service –Forbes
About the role
As a clinical nurse specialist, your role as a leader in our organisation will help us shape the future of rural health, with your advanced clinical skills and collaborative and supportive mentoring style, leading the team to achieving our goal of healthier rural people and thriving communities. You will provide clinical leadership, advice and recommendations on all aspects of your specialist field of nursing, clinical supervision to nursing staff and be a role model for the team, providing nursing care on a regular basis.
Open communication skills and emotional intelligence are of vital importance to this role, as we're seeking someone to enhance our team with their positive influence and resilience. You'll demonstrate knowledge in applying research and evidence-based practice, with the ability to think critically, problem solve and link outcomes to the principles of continuous quality improvement in your clinical specialty field.
Our rural based positions, such as this one, offers the opportunity to expand your skills and fast track your career through gaining a breadth of experience that takes years to achieve in larger facilities. Innovation and continuous improvement are at the heart of all roles, and through your specialist nursing expertise, the ongoing advancement of specialist clinical practice and mentoring of health care professionals in the team., you'll be part of shaping the future of rural health.
This position is in Forbes and is part of the wider Community & Allied Health nursing team across Lachlan Health Service. Lachlan Health Service incorporates both Parkes and Forbes and staff work across both sites when required.
As the Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 you will join a team of expert clinicians who provide patient centred care. The Clinical Nurse Specialist - Grade 2 delivers complex specialist nursing care and leads the development of specialist clinical practice and service delivery to provide effective quality care for patients and clients with complex care needs.
To about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
* Click 'Apply'
* Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
* Upload your current resume
* Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Jane Armitage, Health Services Manager on or at for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
* All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
* This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
* Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
* Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
* Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
* To about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
* For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD