Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 3

• Lead a pioneering state-wide dementia care program
• Drive research, education & clinical innovation
• Shape services & mentor the next nursing leaders

Lead a state-wide pilot in dementia care. Provide expert consultancy, research, education & clinical leadership to shape OPMHS. Apply Now

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 30/06/2028)

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 3

Remuneration: $ $71.74 per hour

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Across various WSLHD locations

An exciting statewide Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 3 position within Extreme BPSD Consultation and Liaison Service that provides expert support to NSW Inpatient Health units in caring for people experiencing extreme BPSD with complex care needs.

Where you'll be working

Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) offers extensive healthcare services across Western Sydney. Join a team dedicated to:

• Providing primary and secondary care to Auburn, Blacktown, and surrounding LGAs.
• Delivering tertiary care to the Greater Western Region.
• Committed to "better health services" for all.
• Upholding values of collaboration, respect, and empowerment.
• Embracing a vision of innovation and quality in healthcare.

We promote a supportive atmosphere that values seeking assistance and providing professional, respectful feedback. Our team embraces diversity, honours differences, and celebrates collective successes.

What you'll be doing

Join a pioneering state-wide pilot program supporting NSW Health inpatient services caring for people with extreme behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. Lead as a senior clinician driving expert consultancy, leadership, education, research, and service development.

• Provide expert clinical consultancy across OPMHS
• Lead and supervise CNC peers and nursing workforce
• Drive clinical leadership and collaborative projects
• Apply research to enhance practice and innovation
• Plan and deliver specialised education and training

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualification: Post graduate qualification related to the specific area of specialty
• Registration: Registered Nurse with current authority to practice with AHPRA

Selection Criteria:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Minimum seven (07) years of full-time post-graduate experience, including at least five (05) years full-time equivalent in the specialty field. Possession of an approved postgraduate qualification and/or master's degree relevant to the specialty.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team framework, with a strong commitment to clinical excellence in nursing practice.
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and sound clinical judgment
• Demonstrated skills and experience in delivering education and training, with a sound understanding of evidence-based practice and a commitment to person- and relationship-centred care
• Demonstrated advanced interpersonal and communication skills, including negotiation, conflict resolution, and advocacy, particularly when engaging with key internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in conducting or contributing to research, clinical audits, and/or clinical practice improvement projects within OPMHS
• Eligible to drive in NSW and ability and willingness to engage in travel across the state as needed.

Requisition ID: REQ600661

Applications Close: 30th September 2025

Need more information ?

• Find out more about applying for this position.
• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Dr Suman Tyagi on or

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit .

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.

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