Genetics CNS 2

Join Westmead's Genetics team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist and be at the forefront of specialised patient care and innovative research in a leading tertiary centre.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2

Remuneration: $113, $116,963.48 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working

The Genetics team at Westmead Hospital provides specialised care for patients with inherited metabolic and genetic disorders, combining clinical expertise with research to improve patient outcomes.

The Genetics team at Westmead Hospital operates within a leading tertiary referral centre, specialising in lysosomal storage and metabolic disorders. As the Clinical Nurse Specialist of our team you will be based within a multidisciplinary team of nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals who are all collectively passionate about integrating advanced clinical care with research, while upholding a commitment to patient-centred and evidence-based practice.

Westmead Hospital a part of the Western Sydney Local Health District, is a leading centre for health, research and education. Staff benefit from cutting-edge facilities, strong support for career growth, and a collaborative, inclusive culture.

Located in the world-class Westmead Health Precinct you will benefit from :

• Access to on-site childcare, cafés and a vast public transport network.
• Work life wellness work surrounded with Green open spaces, onsite staff only gym and wellness facilities.
• Access to advanced medical and research facilities.
• Strong focus on training and career progression.
• Supportive, inclusive and professional environment
• Stable public sector role with excellent benefits.

What you'll be doing

Join Westmead Hospital as a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 (Genetics), delivering expert, patient-centred care for adults with lysosomal storage and genetic metabolic disorders.

In this role you will be:

• Leading care coordination for lysosomal storage disorder patients.
• Supporting enzyme replacement therapy administration and home infusions.
• Facilitating investigations for Life Saving Drugs Program applications.
• Assisting with acute and outpatient metabolic care.
• Promoting evidence-based practice and professional development.

If you approach your work with kindness, empathy, and resilience we'd love to have you apply to join us

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 Criteria:

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency. (NSW Registered Nurse – Division 1) and appropriate postgraduate experience.

Selection Criteria:

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to effectively organise and prioritise work in a busy clinical environment.
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of biological medicines (enzyme replacement therapy) in a hospital environment.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to apply clinical expertise in relation to clinical nursing practice, with an understanding of the more common inborn errors of metabolism including phenylketonuria.
• Understanding of the processes involved in applying for and managing patients on LSDP funded medications.

Requisition ID: REQ598553

Applications Close: 5th October 2025

Need more information?

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

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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.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment you must hold current Australian work rights (I.E Australian citizen, permanent resident or NZ citizen with a current passport)