24 Oct
Nsw Government
The Rocks
Position Title: Clinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 2) Employment Type: Part Time Max Term (June 2026) Hours per week: 16 Position Grade: Clinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 2) Salary: $128,030.56 - $130,582.09 Enterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Nurses Enterprise Agreement 2017 Department Name: Drug Health Service About us: St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate. Come and work for one of the largest inner-city hospitals in Sydney.
Servicing a wide variety of patients from across the CBD and Eastern Suburbs; including providing care to trauma, medical, surgical, and mental health & drug and alcohol adult patients. Based in Darlinghurst surrounded not only by our community we have great public transport links, food from all around the world and a village like community spirit in the heart of the city. Benefits of working at St Vincent’s include: • Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff • Opportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programs • Supported post graduate opportunities within applicable fields • Career development opportunities across the St Vincent’s Health Australia Network • Employee Assistance Program • Work/Life balance About the role: We have an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic team leading our approach to the provision of quality care to clients of the Drug Health Service.
The Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 provides expert clinical advice and consultancy to patients, carers and other health care professionals within a defined specialty. The Clinical Nurse Consultant develops, facilitates implementation and evaluates care management plans for patients with complex health needs. The Clinical Nurse Consultant provides leadership that facilitates the ongoing development of clinical practice and initiates and utilises findings of research in the provision of clinical services. The Clinical Nurse Consultant contributes to the development and delivery of specialty related education programs and participates in formal processes for the strategic and operational planning for the clinical service.
The CNC will carry out their duties while working in tandem with the Hospital Drug and Alcohol Consultation Liaison (HDA-CL) team and Psychiatric Alcohol and Non-Prescription Drug Assessment (PANDA) Unit, in the assessment and management of patients with drug and alcohol related conditions during hospital presentations and/or during care. The role will encompass providing clinical advice in the Drug and Alcohol Specialist Advisory Service (DASAS), where they will work in collaboration with Alcohol and Drug Staff Specialists and Counsellors. DASAS is a 24/7 NSW state-wide 24/7 telephone service that offers advice to health professionals on the clinical management of patients with Alcohol and other Drug (AOD) concerns Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's: St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for.
We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability. Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2024_015) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive. About you: Are you a skilled and energetic Clinical Nurse Consultant who possess a passion for person centred care? Are you an experienced nurse looking to make a difference in the Alcohol and Drug speciality? If so,
we would love to hear from you. You'll be working closely with a Nurse Manager and supported by a team of Clinical Nurse Educators, Clinical Nurse Consultants and other staff specialists. All our teams are also fully dedicated to collaborating with you. If you are looking for a change and to make a change, come and join the team in leading patient centred excellence within the Drug Health Service. Application Instructions: To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the ‘Selection Criteria’ as below. Internal applicants i.e. current employees of St Vincent’s Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account. Selection Criteria: 1.
Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent’s Health Australia. 2. Currently registered as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency. 3. At least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience, with at least 3 years full time equivalent experience in the specialty field. In addition, the employee must have approved postgraduate nursing/midwifery qualifications relevant to the field in which he/she/they are appointed or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney. 4.
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within the interdisciplinary team and demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development. 5. Demonstrated high level effective communication and interpersonal skills. 6. Demonstrated evidence of integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical skills, critical thinking and analysis in their daily practice as a registered nurse. 7. Demonstrated effective time management skills and ability to prioritise competing workloads within a complex environment. For more information and to apply, please click here. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.
We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. Applications close on 31st October 2024
▶️ Clinical Nurse Consultant - St Vincent's Hospital Sydney
🖊️ Nsw Government
📍 The Rocks