Clinical Nurse Consultant -LHD Perioperative

Western NSW Local Health District; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 149,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant (Perioperative) to provide district-wide clinical leadership, consultancy and education for perioperative teams across Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Cowra, Forbes and other sites.

The role includes strengthening workforce capability, promoting best practice and contributing to patient outcomes, with a 38-hour week. Permanent full-time appointment with a salary in the advertised range and additional superannuation options.

Qualifications

• Extensive perioperative nursing experience.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to education, governance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical leadership and consultancy for perioperative teams.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based care.
• Collaborate with clinicians and managers across rural and regional sites.

Skills

Perioperative leadership

Clinical governance

Education and training

Collaboration with multidisciplinary团队

Job description

Clinical Nurse Consultant -LHD Perioperative

Western NSW Local Health District – New South Wales

4d ago , from Western NSW Local Health District

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
Remuneration: $149,408.12 - $152,392.73 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options are available to reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay)
Location: Negotiable within WNSW
Hours per Week: 38
Applications Close: 9 November 2026, 11:59pm

LHD Perioperative Clinical Nurse Consultant
Quality Clinical Safety & Nursing Directorate

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced perioperative nurse to join WNSWLHD as the LHD Perioperative Clinical Nurse Consultant. This district-wide role provides specialist clinical leadership, consultancy and education to support perioperative teams in delivering safe, high-quality, evidence-based care across a diverse range of rural and regional health services.

Supporting perioperative services across Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Cowra, Forbes, Mudgee, Parkes, Bourke and Coonabarabran, you will work closely with clinicians, managers and multidisciplinary teams to strengthen workforce capability, promote best practice, support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to positive patient outcomes.

This position is ideally suited to a motivated clinician with extensive perioperative experience, strong communication and leadership skills, and a passion for education, clinical governance and continuous improvement. Supported by the Quality, Clinical Safety and Nursing Directorate, you will join a collaborative network of clinical leaders committed to improving perioperative services and delivering exceptional care for the communities of Western NSW.

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.

Helping you Move to Western NSW

The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Dominique Spork on 0407 022 *** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au 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