Clinical Nurse Specialist (Grade 2) - Emergency Department Navigator
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $66.50 - $67.83 per hour + annual leave loading + 11.5% Superannuation
Location: Canterbury Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ582352
Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.
About the Role
The CNS employs advanced clinical skills and exercises extended autonomy of decision making working closely with managers and other senior clinicians.
The ED Navigator plays a vital role in ensuring patients have timely access to emergency care and appropriate referrals to definitive care. Working under the supervision of the Clinical Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and Nurse Manager, the ED Navigator collaborates closely with the ED medical team and the multidisciplinary team (MDT), exercising autonomy in clinical decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyse patient length of stay in ED and time to care (TOC).
- Report relevant data to appropriate committees and follow established escalation processes.
- Maintain and monitor ED Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Hospital Admission Targets (HAT).
- Identify and implement strategies to improve patient flow and operational efficiency.
- Support change management initiatives to enhance the patient journey.
- Serve as a mentor and clinical resource for ED nursing staff.
- Demonstrate advanced clinical expertise in emergency nursing and a strong understanding of patient flow and journey processes within the ED.
This role is ideal for a dynamic and experienced emergency nurse who is passionate about improving patient outcomes and operational performance in a fast-paced environment.
For more information, please view the Position Description
Ideal Candidate
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise and problem solve to manage the complex clinical care needs of patients through the development and use of clinical management plans.
Benefits and Perks!
- Accrued Day Off each month (For full time roles) 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.
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).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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For enquiries, please contact Pauline Hui via email at pauline.hui@health.nsw.gov.au
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Applications Close: 23 June 2025
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