Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 - Wellbeing Nurse
Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day and make a difference in the lives of our local community.
$113,243.15 - $116,963.48 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Illawarra | REQ611783 | Grade: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 | Applications close: 24 October 2025
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
As a CNS2 level Wellbeing Nurse provides clinical leadership, have extensive health system knowledge, and operate with a high degree of autonomy and independence in an interagency context.
This role works in identified local primary and high schools, where they apply their knowledge and expertise to navigate health and social systems and provide integrated health care coordination.
This role's responsibilities include promoting the Wellbeing Nurse to school partners, engaging with stakeholders, and establishing robust consultation and referral networks.
This work allows the Wellbeing Nurse to provide high-level care coordination, ensuring access to a broad range of health and psychosocial supports across multiple agencies and professional disciplines.
This position will lead the health care coordination of referred school students and their families by facilitating the identification of health, wellbeing and social needs, and connecting clients to the most appropriate services for timely interventions and supports. Wellbeing Nurse activities are noted in the NSW Wellbeing Health In-reach Nurse Guidelines, which inform local implementation and guide in interagency care coordination.
About Wellbeing Nurses
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/kidsfamilies/youth/Pages/wellbeing-nurses.aspx
Wellbeing & Health In-reach Nurse Coordinator program
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/kidsfamilies/youth/Pages/whin-coordinator-program.aspx
Wellbeing & Health In-reach Nurse Coordinator program - GUIDELINE
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/kidsfamilies/youth/Pages/whin-program-guideline.aspx
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
ISLHD operate four hospital sites on Dharawal Country in the Illawarra: Coledale District Hospital, Bulli District Hospital, Wollongong Hospital and Shellharbour Hospital.
With the ocean to the east and the escarpment to the west, there are also many benefits of living and working in the Illawarra. The contrast between mountains and beach gives the South Coast its own special charm. Life is lived at a slower pace, with mornings spent exploring cafes, eateries or food markets, and afternoons spent at the beach, on bushwalks or at one of many world-class wineries.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current AHPRA Registration with relevant post-registration qualification 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
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Damian Castles on Damian.Castles@health.nsw.gov.au
