Clinical Nurse Specialist

Employment Type : Temporary Part Time: 19 hours per week up to July 2026
Position Classification : Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration : $ $58.98 per hour + annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location : Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID : REQ
About the Role Formed in 1882, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH) is a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare. It remains one of the nation's most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities.
The CNS2 for Cardiac Rehabilitation provides health coaching and health education for patients with a chronic cardiac condition. The CNS2 will provide support through rehabilitation education sessions at RPA, working closely alongside the CNC Cardiac Rehabilitation. The role requires the suitable candidate to possess cardiology experience with interest and experience in health education. The position works Monday to Friday business hours.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) will provide senior nursing clinical leadership in the development of specialist clinical practice and service delivery within a nursing unit, team or service. The CNS employs advanced clinical skills and exercises extended autonomy of decision making, working closely with managers and other senior clinicians.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
Ideal Candidate Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years\' experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
Ability to prioritise and problem solve to manage the complex clinical care needs of patients through the development and use of clinical management plans.
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with advanced interpersonal and problem solving skills.
Benefits Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
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Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
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Additional Information This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).
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Applications Close : 15 September 2025
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