Clinical Nurse Specialist Drug and Alcohol

• Permanent full-time position
• We care about YOU Access counselling, wellbeing services, legal & financial assistance
• Join Australia's largest private health care provider

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Clinic Nurse Specialist to support our Drug and Alcohol Clinic at Ramsay Clinic Wentworthville. The Clinical Nurse Specialist is an advanced level Registered Nurse who acts as a clinical and professional resource person demonstrating broad knowledge and clinical expertise in all facets of caring for the patient. Our Drug and Alcohol Clinic as part of its services provides Substance Abuse Testing, Alcohol Rehabilitation and Drug Assessment.

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, you will perform duties with the support and guidance of the Department Manager, and Shift Leaders to ensure a high level of quality patient care is delivered in line with the care values and strategic direction of the Hospital and Ramsay Health Care.

Key Responsibilities

• Contributing and participating in the education of all clinical staff by being involved in department orientation, in- servicing and clinical competence programs
• Making valuable contributions to the Hospital continuous improvement processes.
• Demonstrating high levels of critical thinking and problem-solving skills within the clinical setting
• Supervising the delivery of quality patient care, developing standards of practice and implementing changes to clinical practice
• Delivering quality improvement initiatives within our clinic
• Working in an active leadership role, including the development and provision of evidence-based clinical nursing

Skills and Experience

You will have exceptional customer service, strong communication and interpersonal skills and also meet the following criteria:

• Relevant registration with the AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum four (4) years in the mental health specialty as a Registered Nurse
• Post-graduate qualification, undertaking same or working towards
• Previous work experience in Drug and Alcohol rehabilitation
• Excellent time management skills. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
• Excellent communication skills, problem solving skills and interpersonal skills to ensure excellence customer service is delivered.
• Ability to work rotating roster

Remuneration

On offer is base hourly rate of $ superannuation, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (NSW Clinical Nurse/Midwifery Specialist)

What's in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you'll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

The Hospital

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of 'People Caring for People' since 1964.

Requirements

• Must provide aNational Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Julie Spencer via,

Applications Close: 30th September 2025

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