Registered Nurse - Transitional to Clinical Nurse Specialist 2
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Registered Nurse - Transitional to Clinical Nurse Specialist 2
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Employment Type
: Temporary Full Time until June 2026
Position Classification
: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration
: $113,243.15 - $116,963.48 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week
: 38
Location
: Taree Community Health Services
Requisition ID
: REQ
Applications Close
: Sunday 14th September 2025
About The Role
As a Registered Nurse Transitional to Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, you will utilise your advanced clinical skills to assess, plan, and deliver high-quality, individualised nursing care. Your role will extend across both inpatient wards and outpatient clinics, ensuring patients receive the very best care at every stage of their journey. In addition, you will play a vital role in supporting and mentoring colleagues, sharing your knowledge to enhance care delivery and outcomes across the service.
You Will Also Enjoy
A supportive team environment with strong leadership from your Nurse Unit Manager, Health Service Manager, and District Manager.
Access to ongoing education sessions and professional development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, evidence-based, individualised nursing care to clients of the Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services.
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including Registered Nurses, Clinical Nurse Consultants, Medical Officers, and Aboriginal Health Workers.
Act as a role model and clinical resource, supporting and guiding peers and junior staff.
Contribute to service development, patient care planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Exercise autonomy and professional judgement in clinical decision-making.
About You
Compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental in their approach.
A confident decision-maker, capable of working autonomously and leading colleagues where required.
Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to individualised care.
Professional, approachable, and able to uphold the highest standards of care in line with the NSW Health Code of Conduct.
Essential Requirements
Current Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
Post registration qualifications relevant to the area of specialty with at least 3 years post-registration experience within the clinical area of specialty.
Eligible to drive in NSW and willing to travel for work purposes.
The Benefits
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
Paid parental leave to support your next big chapter (for eligible employees)
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
Additional Information
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Find out more about applying for this position
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part-time vacancies.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Grant Schubert at
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:
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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 that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people. Our commitment to a diverse, inclusive workplace is essential for delivering quality healthcare. All staff are expected to prioritise safety, welfare and well-being of children and young people.
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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.
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