Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Care Coordinator, Spinal Injuries Unit
Apply for the
Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Care Coordinator
in the Spinal Injuries Unit at the Prince of Wales Hospital, NSW Health.
Employment Type:
Permanent Full Time
Position Classification:
Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration:
$116,****** – $120,****** per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week:
38
Requisition ID:
REQ******
Application Close:
Sunday, 14 December ****
In this pivotal position, you will play a key role in ensuring continuity of care and maintaining the highest standards across each patient's individual care journey. You will coordinate complex admissions and lead comprehensive discharge planning for patients admitted to our statewide Spinal Injuries Unit, supporting seamless transitions and exceptional clinical outcomes.
Benefits
Workplace culture based on person-centred care and staff wellbeing
Orientation and supported transition into the new role
Clinical education programmes affiliated with university partners
Development pathways for career progression
Up to 12 allocated days off each year (full-time) plus annual leave
Salary packaging options to reduce taxable income: up to $9K living expenses, $2.6K for meal, entertainment and novated leasing
Corporate health and fitness programme, discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for staff and families
Discounted private health insurance
Partnerships with universities supporting research in wellbeing, education and teaching
Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications
Opportunity to obtain Clinical Nurse Specialist status where relevant
The Role
The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is 'exceptional care, healthier lives'. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.
As a Clinical Care Coordinator—Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, you will maintain continuity of care and facilitate high standards throughout the patient journey. You will coordinate complex admissions and discharge planning within Prince of Wales Hospital's statewide spinal injuries service, providing individualised, case-managed complex patient care and leading the spinal injuries unit.
Your role includes leadership of an interdisciplinary team, ensuring people experience person-centred, safe, high-quality compassionate care, while managing autonomy of decision-making and advancing clinical practice.
Key Functions
Complex admission and discharge planning of patients within the statewide spinal injuries unit
Collaborate with the spinal injuries MDT team
Attend admission intake and discharge planning meetings
Coordinate with the patient flow team and update on the spinal waitlist, ensuring smooth patient flow between facilities
Engage patients, families or carers by providing specific spinal support and education
Where You'll be Working
Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service is a Level 6 tertiary referral hospital with 370 inpatient beds. Each year it cares for more than 70,000 Emergency Department patients and around 50,000 inpatient admissions, offering outpatient and rural outreach services as well as innovative virtual models of care. The hospital provides an exceptional staff experience and enhanced patient and family outcomes through person-centred care.
Randwick Local Council offers a vibrant community with beaches, restaurants, transport links and a dynamic nightlife, providing an appealing environment for staff and families.
Selection Criteria
Registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse
Relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience in spinal injury or spinal rehabilitation (or equivalent)
Ability to manage complex clinical care and service delivery issues and solve problems using clinical management plans
Extended autonomy of decision making within multidisciplinary teams while observing professional and ethical boundaries
Skills in patient and carer education and mentoring nursing staff for professional development
High-level written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to identify key messages and concerns
Experience leading and initiating activities to improve clinical service delivery and patient outcomes
Competence in using health-related information technology
Information for Applicants
An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen has been identified after labour market testing
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria documented in the position description
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
We have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can provide support () and additional information on our Stepping Up website
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique; adjustments to the recruitment/interview process can be requested by emailing .
Adjustments may include but are not limited to physical requirements, interview set-ups and specific interview availability times.
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive, collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all employees irrespective of age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socioeconomic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
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