Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (Clinical Nurse Consultant Gde 2) - Perm PT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ592877 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time, 24 hours per week
Location: Liverpool Hospital and Health Services Building, Liverpool
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
Remuneration: $66.50 - $67.83 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ592877
Application Close Date: 03/08/2025
Interview Date Range: 06/08/2025 – 13/08/2025
Contact Details: Deborah Allan – 0407 957 455 | Debbie.allan@health.nsw.gov.au
Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position
About the Opportunity
- Are you seeking an exciting and unique opportunity to work in the field of Violence, Abuse and neglect (Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence) as a nurse examiner within SWSLHD?
- Would you like a position where you can support fellow clinicians with your senior nursing and clinical leadership skills and work collaboratively from a multi- disciplinary and multi-agency approach?
- Are you interested in joining a team that provides a service during business and afterhours, working with SANES, Staff Specialists, CMO’s, Counselling staff and Visting Medical Officers?
We are seeking a suitably qualified and skilled senior nurse who can work closely with the Sexual Assault leadership team to enhance forensic and medical services across the district who is passionate about supporting clients who have experienced violence abuse and neglect.
The position is rostered across the week, covering shifts during business hours, afterhours and weekends.
What You'll be Doing
The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Clinical Nurse Consultant 2 (CNC 2) is an expert clinical practitioner who, through evidence-based practice provides specialised, and holistic forensic/medical care to male and female victims (14yrs and above) which is patient centred, culturally responsive and trauma informed meeting the medical, forensic and psychological needs of patients who have experienced a recent sexual assault.
The position will provide medical and documentation care to people who have experienced domestic and family violence.
The position will work within a multidisciplinary and multi-agency approach including NSW Police, Department of Communities and Justice and other care providers.
The SANE CNC 2 is a clinical expert who provides quality health care, contributes to clinical practice standards, clinical excellence, research, and professional leadership.
Where You'll Be Working
SWSLHD Primary & Community Health provides a comprehensive range of community-based services designed to improve and maintain the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities across South Western Sydney.
These services include prevention, early intervention, assessment, acute and post-acute treatment, health maintenance, and continuing care. The team supports diverse populations, offering specialised programs for children, young people, older adults, and at-risk communities.
With over 800 dedicated staff, including Aboriginal Health Workers, nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals, the service ensures high-quality care close to where people live.
The focus on community health and wellbeing makes SWSLHD Primary & Community Health an ideal place to work, providing opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). At least 5 years fulltime equivalent post registration clinical experience including 3 years' experience in the specialty and post graduate qualifications relevant to Sexual Health, Women’s Health or Midwifery.
- Demonstrate the application of professional and ethical boundaries in the delivery of patient care in the context of a multidisciplinary team and the application of evidence-based practice, trauma informed care and critical thinking to advocate for and implement individualised person-centred care patient care.
- Demonstration of effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team. Providing evidence in court as requested within the scope of the nurse's expertise based on training and experience.
- Demonstrated capacity to participate and provide timely responses as a forensic medical examiner in a multidisciplinary team providing 24/7 on call responses to violence, abuse and neglect.
- Demonstrate ongoing professional development and a commitment to maintaining clinical competency, with a willingness to share expertise with colleagues. Possess sound knowledge of NSW Health Child Protection Policy and Procedures, and issues affecting young people and adults impacted by sexual assault with a willingness to undertake a Graduate Certificate in Medical Forensic Management of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, and Forensic Photography.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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