Cclhd - Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 - Project Officer

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time - Contract End Date - 29 March 2026
Position Classification:Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration:$57.11 - $58.98 per hour
Hours Per Week:23.24
Location:Gosford and Wyong Hospitals
Requisition ID:REQ595807
Applications Close:Thursday 04 September at 11:59 pm 2025
Are you ready to step into a newly created role where your clinical expertise and leadership can shape the future of paediatric care?
We're thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join our forward-thinking paediatric team.
This is not just another CNS role, this is your chance to be part of something new, meaningful, and full of potential.
About the Role
In this role, you will provide advanced clinical care and leadership within the paediatric unit, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to collaboratively implement and refine innovative models of care.
You will apply your frontline clinical expertise to support and guide pilot projects, ensuring they are effectively translated into improved practice.
Additionally, you will mentor and support junior nursing staff, fostering a culture of professional development and clinical excellence.
You will also contribute to service improvements by using data to inform evaluation and decision-making processes, playing a key role in driving the transformation of acute paediatric care to deliver responsive, family-centred, and evidence based services.
For more information about this role, please view thePosition Description
About You
You hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in nursing, with current registration to practice as a Registered Nurse (AHPRA).
You have postgraduate qualifications or significant experience in paediatrics, demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge and expertise.
You are passionate about delivering child- and family-centred care and committed to improving paediatric health outcomes.
Possess strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and support junior staff effectively.
You have experience or a keen interest in project work, quality improvement, and implementing new models of care.
You excel at collaborating within multidisciplinary teams and building positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Benefits
Work-Life Balance:Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 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?
For role-related queries, please contact
Sally Carey
Phone:
Email:
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 ator call for one-on-one support.
Click here to find out more about applying for this position.
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.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015).
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.
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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