Clinical Nurse Consultant - Aged Care

NSW Health; Bathurst Regional Council; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent health organization in Bathurst is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant specializing in aged care. The ideal candidate will provide clinical leadership and consultancy to improve aged care services. This part-time, permanent role offers competitive pay and benefits, including salary packaging options and educational opportunities. The position emphasizes an excellent work-life balance and community impact.

Benefits

Generous salary packaging options

Flexible work practices

Corporate wellbeing programs

Educational opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a registered nurse with significant experience in aged care.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical organization and leadership in aged care.
• Coordinate care across service groups and health care professionals.
• Act as a consultant to improve practices in aged care.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Consultation skills

Aged care practices

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Advanced clinical practice course

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1

Remuneration: $63.91 - $65.22 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Bathurst, NSW

Hours Per Week: 20

Applications Close: 16 October 2025 – 11:59pm

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Aged Care

Bathurst Health Service

About The Role

The Clinical Nurse Consultant - Aged Care provides expert clinical organisation, coordination, leadership and consultancy services within the area of Aged Care across service groups, target populations and health care professionals within the Western NSW Local Health District.

Bathurst Health Service is located 3 hours west of Sydney over the Blue Mountains. It is a University City, has good transport services throughout the city, buses, trains and airplanes with regular connections to Sydney then interstate. Large sporting complexes, great restaurants, recreational activities and facilities. The hospital has a 31 bed Medical Ward, ED, Level 4 ICU, Level 4 Maternity services, Paediatrics services, 15 Bed Surgical ward, Rehabilitation unit onsite, and TACP beds, large inpatient and outpatient Allied Health support and expanding Ambulatory Care and HITH services. Educational support is available to staff, enthusiastic and supportive team on the ward, looking for interested and keen staff member to join our team.

Some of the benefits of working for WNSWLHD include, generous salary packaging options, flexible work practices, and corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport. There is educational opportunities to advance your skills and knowledge, including access to online and face to face learning with the Australian College of Nursing.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To Apply For This Role

• Click ‘Apply’
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Melissa Belfanti on [phone] or at [e-mail] for more information.

Additional Information For Applicants

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD