Clinical Nurse Specialist 2 - Behaviour Management Project

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 113,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 to lead innovative behavior management strategies and drive clinical excellence at Blacktown and Mt Druitt Hospitals. This position involves providing expert nursing care, collaborating across teams, and contributing to strategic planning. Candidates should have a Division 1 Registration and at least three years of relevant experience. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative culture

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent experience in a relevant clinical setting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with diverse healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and enhance continuity of care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert nursing care for patients with complex behavioral needs.
• Collaborate with teams to implement effective interventions.
• Lead education and training initiatives in specialty areas.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Technological proficiency

Education

Registered Nurse Division 1 Registration

Postgraduate studies in a relevant field

Job description

Lead innovative behaviour management strategies

Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams

Drive clinical excellence and patient-centred care

Empower patient outcomes through expert behavioural intervention and clinical leadership in a dynamic hospital setting.

Employment Details

Employment Type: 1x Permanent Full time & 1x Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2

Remuneration: $113,243.15 - $116,963.48 per annum / $57.51- $58.98 per hour

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Blacktown & Mt Druitt Hospitals

Where you’ll be working

Join a passionate and supportive team at Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals, part of Western Sydney Local Health District. These facilities are known for their commitment to innovation, diversity, and excellence in patient care.

• Work in a progressive and inclusive environment
• Be part of a multidisciplinary team driving change
• Access ongoing professional development and support
• Contribute to a high-impact behaviour management initiative
• Enjoy a collaborative culture focused on patient outcomes

What you’ll be doing

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, you’ll play a pivotal role in the Behaviour Management Project (BUMP), delivering expert nursing care and leading practice development across the hospital.

• Provide advanced, evidence-based nursing care for patients with complex behavioural needs
• Collaborate with CNCs and Allied Health professionals to implement effective interventions
• Lead education and training initiatives within your specialty
• Contribute to strategic planning and quality improvement projects
• Mentor and support nursing staff to enhance clinical practice

Ready to make a difference?

Join NSW Health and be part of a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to shape the future of patient care.

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 Registered Nurse Division 1 Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Vaccination A+

Selection Criteria

• A minimum of three (3) years full-time equivalent experience working in relevant clinical setting and post relevant post graduate studies as determined by organisation
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, carers and a diverse range of health care providers including those in government, non-government and community organisations
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team, with an emphasis on service delivery, quality of care and team cohesion with an ability to identify and improve opportunities to enhance continuity of care between the acute sector, primary care providers and community based services
• Demonstrate ability to utilise information technology within a variety of applications and willingness to undertake training
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal and problem solving capabilities.

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

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.