Overview
Clinical Nurse Specialist Education role at Far West Local Health District. This permanent full-time position provides opportunities to contribute to nursing education across multiple facilities in the Far West district.
Employment details
* Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
* Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
* Remuneration: $113,243.15 - $116,963.48 + Superannuation
* Hours Per Week: 38
* Requisition ID: REQ599470
* Location: Broken Hill
* Recruitment Incentive: This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to contracted or ordinary working hours). Payments are paid fortnightly under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.
What you'll be doing
* Based in Broken Hill, you'll work across multiple facilities within the district, with travel to locations such as Balranald, Buronga, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs, and Wilcannia to support Nursing Learning and Development
* Partner with the Nursing and Midwifery Education team in Broken Hill to deliver on key strategic education initiatives
* Develop your skills and rapidly progress your career with more responsibility and autonomy
* Provide patients with safe, compassionate, person-centred care
* Travel between sites with provided accommodation when away from base site
* Develop and implement clinical education programs to support ongoing professional clinical development of nursing and midwifery staff
What's on offer
* 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
* Paid monthly Allocated Days Off (ADOs)
* Isolation and climate allowance
* Salary packaging (up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment)
* Fitness Passport
* Novated Leasing
* Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities
About The Far West LHD
The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse, with well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.
How to apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible:
* Current Authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
* Current Certificate as a Workplace Trainer and Assessor (Certificate IV) or willingness to work towards certification within 12 months of commencement
* Currently FLECC credentialed or willingness to attain within 24 months of commencement
* Demonstrated three years of experience providing clinical teaching and education to clinicians using adult learning principles and facilitation skills
* Credentialed in Triage and as an Advanced Life Support Instructor, or willingness to obtain within 12 months
* Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence as a Registered Nurse
* Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced computer skills and use of software to develop and deliver education
* Eligibility to drive in NSW and preparedness to drive and travel long distances across rural and remote areas, including away from home for extended periods
The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local resources to help you settle in faster. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience.
Need more information
* Click here for the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries, contact Rachel Spangler at Rachel.Spangler@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 15 September 2025
Equity and inclusion
Far West Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applicants from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with a disability, and LGBTQI+ communities.
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