Clinical Nurse Consultant- Heart Failure
Requisition ID: REQ641199
Employment Type: Permanent Full - Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant - Grade 2
Remuneration: $135,826.04 - $138,534.10 per annum (+ super + 17.5% leave loading)
Hours Per Week: 38
Vaccination Category: A - This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11).
Applications Close: 31 March 2026
Location: Wagga Wagga
Lead, Innovate and Improve Lives in Heart Failure Care.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Consultant – Chronic Heart Failure to deliver expert, patient-centred care for people living with heart failure across Murrumbidgee Local Health District. In this advanced practice role, you will provide specialist consultancy, coordinate complex care, and work with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and support effective chronic disease management.
The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) provides high-level clinical expertise and leadership across the five CNC domains: clinical service and consultancy, clinical leadership, education, research, and clinical service planning and management.
About the Opportunity
As the CNC – Chronic Heart Failure–, you will be responsible for:
- Providing advanced clinical assessment and consultancy for patients with complex chronic heart failure and chronic disease management .
- Developing, implement and evaluate individualised care management plans in partnership with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams.
- Providing expert advice and clinical leadership to nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
- Leading the development and implementation of evidence-based cardiac care practices across services.
- Delivering specialist education and support to patients, families and health professionals to improve chronic disease self-management.
- Contribute to clinical research, quality improvement and service innovation within cardiac care.
- Participating in, strategic planning and service development to enhance cardiac care services, across Murrumbidgee Local Health District.
For a full list of role responsibilities, please review the Position Description
About You
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
- Demonstrated experience in chronic cardiac or heart failure management
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Proven ability to provide clinical leadership and specialist consultancy
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills within multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement and patient-centred care
- Passion for improving outcomes for people living with chronic heart failure
- A strong understanding of the five Clinical Nurse Consultant domains
About Us
Be part of a passionate organisation delivering exceptional care to over 240,000 people across regional NSW. Spanning 125,000+ km², Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is the region’s largest employer, with 5,000+ staff across 33 hospitals, 12 community health centres, and a range of specialist and mental health services.
Why join MLHD?
- At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.
- Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
- Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
- Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
- Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
- Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, Apply Now.
Please contact Kate O'Connor, via - Kate.OConnor5@health.nsw.gov.au you have any questions about this role.
Your application will need to include:
- Current CV
- Cover letter
- Responses to the application questions
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
Murrumbidgee Local Health District is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
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