Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2

Remuneration: $131, $134,500.70

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ595511

Applications close: 02 September 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

This is not a remote working position and will be delivered fully on-site in Port Macquarie.

What you'll be doing

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) Grade 2 to join the Mid North Coast Virtual Care team, based in Port Macquarie.

The MNC Virtual Care Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) Grade 2 will be responsible for expert clinical organisation, coordination, leadership, and consultancy services within the area of nursing specialty across multiple service groups, target populations, and health care professionals within MNCLHD. This is achieved under the provision of five domains: clinical service and consultancy, clinical leadership, education, research, and clinical services planning & management.

The CNC will work within MNC Virtual Care to provide clinicians with high-level clinical support and advice on appropriate treatment and access to specialist referral pathways. They will provide expert guidance on nursing care and support clinical decision-making through virtual modalities, offering recommendations that promote safe patient care progression and timely outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role within a fast-growing, future-focused service. The CNC will provide clinical oversight and guidance across a broad range of integrated programs, including Virtual Urgent Care, Early Supported Discharge, and ED hospital avoidance initiatives. The role also leads Central Intake and Aged Care Outreach Services, which deliver both virtual and face-to-face care.

We're looking for a collaborative, forward-thinking nurse leader who is ready to be actively involved in clinical operations, service planning, and team leadership. If you thrive in an innovative environment and are passionate about shaping the future of virtual healthcare, we encourage you to apply.

About you, do you have?

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with at least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and post graduate qualifications with at least 3 years full time experience in the relevant field.
• A well-developed understanding virtual care and demonstrated understanding of the concepts of urgent care, hospital prevention and the complex requirements for patients at high risk of hospital presentation.
• Demonstrated capacity to provide clinical governance and leadership, and experience in the provision of education to peers, client's and other service providers.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cultivate productive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

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