CCLHD - Registered Nurse Opioid Treatment Program, Drug and Alcohol Services

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $36.38 - $51.08 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Wyong Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ588276
Applications Close: Sunday, 10th August 2025 at 11:59pm

Join our dedicated Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) team at Wyong Hospital, where we combine clinical excellence with compassion to support people navigating opioid dependence and other substance use challenges.

Whether you come from a mental health, medical, or community background, if you’re compassionate, curious, and ready to grow in a rewarding specialty, this could be the fresh start you’ve been looking for. 

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to be part of a supportive service that changes lives, every day. Bring your nursing skills into a field that’s clinically interesting, emotionally rewarding, team-first and no night shifts.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse in the Opioid Treatment Program, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting clients on their recovery journey by administering oral and long-acting injectable S8 medications in line with clinical guidelines, conducting thorough assessments and risk screenings, developing and evaluating individualised treatment plans, and working collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists, and a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, person-centred care that truly makes a difference.

You will primarily be based at the Wyong site working in the Wallama clinic. 

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

About You

• AHPRA-registered RN (experience in D&A or mental health welcome but not essential) A nurse who believes in non-judgmental, trauma-informed, person-centred care.
• Great attitude, compassion, and a willingness to chip in — everything else, we can teach.

• You’re confident liaising with clients, GPs, pharmacists, and multidisciplinary teams to support holistic care.
  

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.
 
Vaccination Requirements 

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). This includes:

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

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. 

Need More Information?
 
For role-related queries, please contact Paul McNab on:
Phone: 02 4394 8228
Email: paul.mcnab@health.nsw.gov.au
 
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