Clinical Nurse Specialist - Floor Coordinator Perioperative

HealthcareLink Pty Ltd.; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth

Parental leave

Private health insurance

Flexible working

Career development

Job summary

HealthcareLink Pty Ltd. in Merewether (Newcastle area) seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) – Floor Coordinator to lead perioperative care on the operating theatre floor.

You will coordinate patient flow, mentor clinical staff, and uphold safety and excellence in a state-of-the-art private hospital. The role offers a leadership pathway with opportunities for career progression in a high-growth environment, with competitive remuneration aligned to NSW enterprise agreements.

Qualifications

• Must hold current AHPRA registration and demonstrate commitment to patient-centered care.
• Minimum of five years perioperative nursing experience with ACORN/ASNZ5369 knowledge.
• Strong mentoring, communication, and organizational abilities; nursing management experience preferred.
• Proficiency in hospital computer systems and understanding of clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient flow on the perioperative floor and mentor staff.
• Lead multidisciplinary team to ensure safety and clinical excellence.
• Contribute to governance, quality improvement, and continuous professional development.

Skills

AHPRA Registered

Perioperative Nursing

Leadership Experience

Clinical Governance

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Tools

Hospital IT Systems

Job description

• This premier healthcare precinct in Merewether serves as Newcastle’s largest private surgical facility, boasting an expansive infrastructure that includes 14 theatres, intensive care units, and a dedicated day surgery center. The successful candidate will join the Operating Theatre department as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) – Floor Coordinator, a role vital to the seamless operation of the perioperative floor. Tasked with coordinating patient flow and mentoring clinical staff, the clinician will ensure that safety and excellence remain the standard within this high-growth environment, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities that include onsite radiology, pathology, and cardiac catheterisation labs.

  Employment Details and Compensation

  This position is offered on a Full Time or Permanent Part Time basis, providing long-term stability within a private hospital setting. Remuneration is highly competitive, with rates and classifications strictly aligned with the Healthe Care (NSW Hospitals) and NSWNMA/ANMF NSW Branch Enterprise Agreement 2022. The successful applicant will step into a leadership pathway designed for career progression, with applications for the current recruitment phase closing on May 7, 2026. This role represents a significant opportunity for an experienced nurse to lead a multidisciplinary team within a facility known for driving innovation and clinical best practice.

  Requirements and Role Expectations

  • Professional Registration: Must hold current AHPRA registration and demonstrate a commitment to patient-centered care.

  • Clinical Experience: A minimum of five years of perioperative nursing experience is essential. Candidates should possess deep knowledge of ACORN standards, ASNZ5369, and NSW Health Policy Directives.

  • Leadership Skills: Requires strong mentoring, communication, and organizational abilities. Previous experience in nursing management or relieving in Nursing Unit Manager roles is highly desired.

  • Technical Proficiency: Must be computer literate in relevant hospital programs and possess a sound understanding of clinical governance.

  • Departmental Culture: The role demands a proactive professional who can foster a positive culture and maintain high standards of care in a fast-paced environment.

  Location and Lifestyle Benefits

  Ideally situated between the sophisticated shops and cafes of The Junction and the world-renowned surf of Merewether Beach, this location offers an enviable coastal lifestyle. The facility provides a supportive environment where personal wellbeing is prioritized through flexible working conditions and dedicated career development. Comprehensive employee benefits include:

  • Professional Growth: Supported Post Graduate education, ongoing clinical training, and a focus on internal promotion.

  • Financial & Family Support: Competitive benefits package, including paid parental leave and salary incentives.

  • Wellbeing Programs: Access to discounted private health insurance and holistic staff wellness initiatives.

  • Community: Integration into a team of leading medical specialists in a health precinct that is second-to-none in the Newcastle region.