Clinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 2) - Respiratory
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
Remuneration: $131,870 - $134,500 per annum + Annual leave loading + 11.5% Superannuation
Location: Concord: Concord Repatriation General Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ572787
Empowering teams through clinical knowledge and compassionate care!
About the Role
Concord Repatriation General Hospital has a well-earned reputation for excellence in healthcare for over 70 years. Building on its proud heritage of caring for the Veteran community, the hospital now services the local communities of Concord, Strathfield, Burwood and beyond.
- Develops implements and evaluates care management plans for patients with complex health needs.
- Provides leadership in the ongoing development of clinical practice.
- Initiates and utilises findings of research in the provision of clinical services.
- Contributes to the development and delivery of specialty related education programs.
- Participates in formal processes for the strategic and operational planning for the clinical service.
Further accountabilities for the respiratory Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) Grade 2:
- Respiratory failure outreach service to Emergency and ICU.
- Oversight of acute respiratory inpatient and inpatient developed acute respiratory condition (supporting ward or AHCNC or CERS CNC).
- Intercostal catheter management for inpatients.
- Oversight of bronchoscopy and other pulmonary intervention or procedures; assist in procedure during non-procedure day.
- Tracheostomy management including daily tracheostomy patient review & monthly Tracheostomy clinic.
- Discharge planning for tracheostomy patients including education for patient, carer, and aged care facilities on the long-term care of tracheostomies.
- Inpatient asthma/COPD education & discharge planning including inhaler therapy education.
- Home oxygen organization for inpatients and outpatient outreach service.
For more information, please view the Position Description
Ideal Candidate
- Current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) and 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience, with at least 3 years full time equivalent experience in the specialty field.
- Holds approved postgraduate qualifications relevant to the specialty or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- All candidates must have full working rights within Australia.
Benefits and Perks!
- Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
- Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
- The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).
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For enquiries, please contact Sharon Taylor on 0477 736 034 or email at sharon.taylor1@health.nsw.gov.au
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Applications Close: 18 May 2025
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