Clinical Nurse Consultant

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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 1 April 2026

Location: Goulburn

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Gde 2

Remuneration: $ $67.83 per hour or $131, $134,500.70 per annum 

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ615449

Application Close: 30 October 2025

Interviews Details: Interviews will be scheduled within 10 days of closing date

About the service

The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) provides expert clinical input into the management, development and delivery of stroke services in Southern NSW Local Health District (SNSWLHD). The position will work in close collaboration with the Senior Health Services Planner, the Goulburn Base Hospital Executive team and key stakeholders to implement the project plan.

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Selection Criteria

1. Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with at least 5 years full time equivalent postgraduate experience and relevant tertiary qualifications in the field or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience.
2. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles of acute and rehabilitation stroke services.
3. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding in applying research and evidence-based practice to the workplace with the ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to models of care and project management outcomes.
4. Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills, including written, verbal and computer skills and an ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
5. Proven project management skills, clinical leadership capabilities with the ability to provide clinical advice and input into project design and implementation.
6. Current unrestricted drivers' licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances and overnight stays.

We look forward to learning more about you and what you can bring to our team

Information for applicants

Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this commitment, the Stepping Up website has been developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process. The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Southern NSW Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

At Southern NSW Local Health District, we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is part of everyday practice, and our people are supported to succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to our workforce. For more information, click here

If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact   for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. For more information, please see 

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