Clinical Nurse Consultant - Newborn Hearing Service
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ622688 Requisition #
Support better lifelong outcomes for newborns through early hearing screening and follow-up. Work autonomously across a regional service while being supported by a connected, specialist team.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Until February 2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1
Remuneration: $65.83 - $67.17 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ622688
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Closing: Tuesday, 3rd February 2026
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Where You’ll Be Working
The Newborn Hearing Service is based at Tamworth Community Health and supports maternity sites across the New England Northwest region. This small, specialised service works closely with local hospitals and community teams to deliver early hearing screening and follow-up for newborns.
You’ll join a close-knit team supported by a part-time Allied Health Assistant who performs the majority of hearing screens at Tamworth Hospital. The service has strong links with Community Health Audiometry and Child and Family Health services, creating a collaborative and well-connected working environment.
About the Role
In this role, you will support newborn hearing assessments, manage referrals, and follow up on missed or incomplete screens to ensure timely outcomes for families. You’ll also undertake regional visits to maternity wards to download device data and maintain the integrity and currency of Soniq screening equipment.
You will contribute to education and training of maternity and screening staff, maintain screening competency standards, and support service quality through Service Agreement Improvement Measures and monthly Ministry of Health data reporting. Orientation and training will be provided at an alternate site, with ongoing professional support from the wider service team.
About You
You are a self-motivated and organised clinician who is comfortable working autonomously and enjoys contributing to preventative and early-intervention health services.
- Bring a nursing background in children’s services, such as Child and Family Health or Midwifery.
- Demonstrate a strong interest in hearing services and early childhood health.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with families, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams.
Essential Requirements
Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA with at least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and in addition who has approved post registration nursing qualifications in child and family health nursing or Registered Nurse with Midwifery qualifications
Eligibility to drive in NSW with current unrestricted driver’s licence and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances
Benefits
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅Proximity to shopping and other services
✅Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
✅Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
✅Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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For role related queries or questions contact Alison Harding on Ali.Harding@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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