CCLHD - Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2 - Palliative Care Nurse

Employment Type: Fulltime - Permanent
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $2235.4 - $2308.8 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Long Jetty Health care Facility
Requisition ID: REQ640433
Applications Close: Sunday, 15th March 2026 @ 11:59PM
 

Do you excel in providing compassionate, specialist care and want to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative Care to lead and inspire our nursing team.

About the Opportunity

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2 – Palliative Care, you will deliver complex, specialist nursing care to patients and their carers in hospital, community, and home settings. Your role will influence clinical practice, mentor staff, and ensure patients receive the highest standard of care at all stages of their journey. In this role you will:

• Provide expert palliative care, including assessment, planning, and management of complex patient needs.
• Lead, mentor, and support nursing staff and the multidisciplinary team to enhance clinical capability.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical processes, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and healthcare information.
• Collaborate effectively with patients, families, carers, and healthcare teams to support optimal outcomes.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Holds current AHPRA registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse with post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience in Palliative Care or relevant specialty.
• Demonstrates advanced clinical skills, leadership, and the ability to provide complex care.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing and works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Has a current Australian Driver’s licence.
• Holds a National Criminal Record Check and Working With Children Check.

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.

Need More Information?
Brooke Leadbitter
Phone: 0414 192 210
Email: Natalie.Leadbitter@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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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. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 

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Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

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.

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You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.