Clinical Nurse Specialist -Acute Pain Service

Advance your nursing career in a highly specialised and rewarding clinical role.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until January 2027
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $58.83 - $60.76 + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging 
Hours Per Week: 28
Requisition ID: REQ676271
Location: Armidale Hospital

Closing Date: Sunday 12th July 2026 

About the Opportunity

An exciting temporary part-time opportunity is available for an experienced and compassionate Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join the Acute Pain Service (APS). Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver evidence-based pain management care to patients across a complex acute care setting.
The Acute Pain Service is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care while supporting contemporary clinical practice and professional collaboration. You will be supported by the Deputy Director of Nursing and Midwifery and have access to ongoing professional development and mentorship to help you succeed in the role.

What You Will Be Doing

In this role within the Acute Pain Service, you will provide safe, evidence-based and person-centred care to patients experiencing acute and chronic non-cancer pain. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with patients, families and carers to support effective pain management and achieve optimal health outcomes.

You will deliver specialist acute pain management across a diverse clinical setting, including elective and emergency surgical patients, trauma presentations from the Emergency Department, and referrals from specialty units across the hospital.
This role offers the opportunity to apply advanced clinical expertise in a complex and dynamic environment while contributing to high-quality, coordinated and patient-focused care. You will report to the Deputy Director of Nursing and Midwifery and be supported within a strong culture of collaboration and clinical excellence.

About you

You are a compassionate and motivated clinician committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based, person-centred care. You thrive in a collaborative multidisciplinary team, demonstrate sound clinical judgement, and are passionate about improving patient outcomes through clinical excellence.

Essential requirements:

⭐ Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience working in pain management of their specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation. 
⭐ Demonstrated clinical knowledge and experience in pain management 
⭐ Strong communication and interpersonal skills
⭐ The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
⭐ Excellent clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
⭐ A compassionate and patient-centred approach to care delivery

What we can offer you:

✅ Temporary accommodation if relocating 
✅ Access to the Welcome experience to welcome you into the community 
✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
✅ 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

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact John Kim on JaeHong.Kim@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information

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. 

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies

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.

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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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.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

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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