CCLHD - Registered Nurse - Palliative Care Service

Please note that we currently have permanent and ongoing temporary positions available and encourage applicants seeking both permanent and temporary contracts to apply.

At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we believe in Trusted Care. Better Health for Everyone. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of care to our community, and we’re looking for passionate individuals to help us continue to deliver on this promise. As a Palliative Care Nurse in our Community Nursing team, you’ll have the
opportunity to make a genuine impact in the lives of individuals and their families during some of the most challenging times they face.

About the Role

As a Community Palliative Care Nurse, you’ll provide exceptional, patient-centered care to individuals within their home settings. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll ensure the comfort and dignity of patients at the end of life, providing physical and emotional support to both patients and their families. Your role will involve effective communication, coordination of services, and continuous care management. With a focus on evidence-based practice and quality improvement, you’ll be able to influence positive outcomes for your patients, making a real difference in their journey.   Position Description

About You

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with an Australian Driver's Licence.
• Extensive experience in palliative care nursing within a clinical setting, with a commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality care.
• Strong focus on quality improvement, practice development, and evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, using information technology where necessary.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team and independently when required.
• Personal attributes including resilience, integrity, and accountability that contribute to a positive and supportive workplace.
• A genuine desire to make a meaningful impact in palliative care and the lives of patients and their families.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Need more information?

For role related queries or questions contact :

Leanne Mclaren
Phone : 0414 192 282 
Email :  leanne.mclaren@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: Monday, 21 April 2025 at 11.59pm.

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