Expert Clinical Consultant Role
Clinical nurse consultants play a vital role in the care of older people with complex health needs. They provide expert guidance and leadership to ensure best-practice care for patients, carers and healthcare teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver clinical consultancy services to patients, carers and healthcare professionals in the care of older persons with complex health needs.
* Collaborate with medical teams, Allied Health and support staff to implement harm-minimisation strategies following geriatric assessments.
* Develop management plans for patients with cognitive impairment, including challenging behaviours.
* Advocate for holistic, person-centred care that respects individual patient needs and rights.
* Facilitate collaboration with interagency and community liaison services, including Residential Aged Care Facilities and private providers.
* Lead policy and procedure development relating to older person care across Maitland Hospital and the broader health district.
* Support knowledge transfer, mentorship and professional development of less experienced practitioners and healthcare team members.
Requirements
* Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA and at least 5 years of full-time equivalent post-registration experience.
* Post-registration nursing qualifications in Older Persons (approved).
* Advanced clinical expertise in older persons care and a proven track record in policy development, data reporting and service improvement initiatives.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams.
* Commitment to improving outcomes for older people and to holistic, rights-based care.
* Experience in mentoring and leading others.
Benefits
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, collaborating with experienced professionals to deliver high-quality care to older people. As a senior nursing leader, you will have the opportunity to develop and implement policies and procedures that drive positive change in older person care.