Senior Palliative Care Nurse Leader & Coordinator

NSW Health; Queanbeyan-Palerang; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Care Coordinator in Palliative Care, with AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and post-registration qualifications in Palliative Care. A minimum of three years' clinical experience in palliative care is required.

The role requires leadership within a multidisciplinary team, and the ability to apply evidence-based practice, advocate for person-centred care, and drive quality improvements. Willingness to travel within the Inland Network is expected.

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA as an RN and post-registration qualifications in Palliative Care.
• Three years of clinical nursing experience in the palliative care context.
• Ability to lead in a multidisciplinary team and develop specialty nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead nursing care within the palliative care specialty.
• Supervise and delegate to deliver quality care in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Apply evidence-based practice and critical thinking to advocate for person-centred care.
• Engage in professional development and mentor colleagues within the specialty.

Skills

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Palliative Care post-registration

Multidisciplinary leadership

Clinical communication

Evidence-based practice

Delegation and supervision

Professional development

Willingness to travel

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Post-registration Palliative Care qualifications

Job description

NSW Health is seeking a Care Coordinator in Palliative Care, with AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and post-registration qualifications in Palliative Care. A minimum of three years' clinical experience in palliative care is required.

The role requires leadership within a multidisciplinary team, and the ability to apply evidence-based practice, advocate for person-centred care, and drive quality improvements. Willingness to travel within the Inland Network is expected.