CCLHD - Clinical Coordinator - Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 - Transitional Aged Care Program

Employment Type:
Temporary Part Time till September 2026

Position Classification:
Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2

Remuneration:
$ $58.98 Per Hour

Hours Per Week:
24

Location:
Central Coast

Requisition ID:
REQ606605

Applications Close:
Sunday, 19 October 2025 at 11.59pm

This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
Are you ready to lead change in aged care? Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 (CNS2) to take on the role of Clinical Coordinator in the Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP).

About The Opportunity
As the Clinical Coordinator CNS2, you will play a pivotal role in supporting older patients at a critical point in their care journey - post-hospital discharge. You will coordinate timely access to the Transitional Aged Care Program by reviewing referrals, liaising with ward teams, ACAT assessors, and external providers, and ensuring smooth admissions to the program. In this role you will:

Lead with purpose
in a meaningful, patient-focused role.

Be a change-maker
in how older Australians transition from hospital care.

Collaborate
with a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

Contribute to innovation
in aged care delivery and care coordination.

For more information about this role, please view Position Description.

About You
We are looking for someone who has:

Current registration with AHPRA
as a Registered Nurse (Division 1), relevant post-registration qualifications, and at least 3 years' experience in their clinical specialty, with a strong background in aged or transitional care nursing.

Demonstrated clinical leadership and coordination skills
, with the ability to effectively manage referrals, communicate across multidisciplinary teams, and mentor colleagues in best practice aged care.

Proven commitment to person-centred care
, upholds professional nursing standards, and actively contributes to the development and improvement of clinical processes and policies.

Excellent clinical judgment and the ability to work proactively
in a dynamic environment, balancing competing priorities while delivering high-quality, compassionate care.

Commitment to ongoing professional development
and strives to enhance patient outcomes through collaborative and innovative approaches to transitional aged care.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits
Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy working part time hours, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.

Financial Benefits:
Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.

Health & Wellbeing:
Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.

Career Growth:
Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need more information?

Stephen Macvean

Phone:

Email:

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD- or call for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

Category A positions:
Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Category B positions:
Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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