Elevate your nursing career as a Registered Nurse – Sexual Health at Pacific Clinic Newcastle, where compassionate care meets clinical excellence in a progressive, purpose-driven environment. Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour 11.5% Super Salary Packaging Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until June 2026 and Casual Opportunities Available Position Classification: Registered Nurse Hours Per Week: 12 Location: Newcastle Community Health Service Requisition ID: REQ555979 Applications Close: Monday 21st April 2025 Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion. About The Role We are ideally seeking a candidate with a few years of post-graduate experience, who can bring confidence, capability, and a strong clinical foundation to the role. Hunter New England Local Health District has three sexual health clinics; Pacific Clinic in Newcastle, Clinic 468 in Tamworth and Taree Sexual Health in Taree. Pacific Clinic is a small, collaborative team supported by a Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) in sexual health and HIV, experienced medical practitioners, and a social worker. Pacific Clinic provides free and confidential services targeting people most at risk of sexually transmissible infections (STI). Pacific Clinic is a five day a week service operating between the hours of 8.30am – 5.00 pm or 10.30am – 7.00 pm for outreach clinics. Role The Pacific Clinic sexual health nurse role is a clinical role in which you provide the following services to priority populations: Testing, treatment and follow up for sexually transmitted infections and blood borne viruses (BBV)Information and advice on sexual health and STIsPre and Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP and PrEP) for people at risk of contracting HIVVaccinations HIV monitoring and treatments New clinic nurses are supported by experienced nursing staff and the CNC to acquire the skills required to perform the tasks above. It is an interesting role that requires you to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team. Where You’ll Be Working Pacific Clinic is located at Newcastle Community Health Centre in Hunter Street, Newcastle. Most of our clinical work is conducted at the Newcastle Community Health Centre. All clinic nurses are required to work and provide clinical services in outreach settings. Pacific Clinic nurses run regular outreach clinics at ACON and multiple sex worker outreaches throughout the year. At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses) Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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 Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professional Requirements Our successful candidate will possess the following: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA. If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply: A strong interest or experience in working with priority populations affected by STIs and HIV.Knowledge or experience in women’s health, viral hepatitis, or other related health services.A solid understanding of the importance of maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.A collaborative, client-focused approach, with a passion for working alongside individuals to achieve the best possible health outcomes.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients from all walks of life.A proactive and adaptable mindset, ready to contribute to a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team. Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you! Additional Information An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first. Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. 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. To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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. Need more information? Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Alexandra Mexon on Alexandra.Mexon@health.nsw.gov.au Information For Applicants Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 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. Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23. 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