Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 - Drug & Alcohol Consultation Liaison

Supporting better health outcomes through specialist care.

Remuneration: $119,436.75 - $132,523.13 p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging  
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2027 
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Hours Per Week: 38 Hours per week 
Requisition ID: REQ680895
Location: Maitland Hospital 

Applications Close: Sunday 16th August 2026 

Make a real difference in drug and alcohol care.

Join the Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services (DACS) Consultation Liaison Team based at Maitland Hospital as a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2. In this rewarding role, you'll provide specialist nursing expertise, clinical leadership and care coordination across acute hospital settings, supporting people experiencing drug and alcohol-related issues. Working with multidisciplinary teams across the Hunter New England network, you'll play a key role in improving patient outcomes, with a particular focus on young people presenting to emergency and inpatient services.

About the Role

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, you'll provide specialist drug and alcohol care, clinical leadership and care coordination across acute and community settings.

In this role, you will:

• Provide assessment, care planning, case management and withdrawal support.
• Deliver specialist advice to emergency departments, inpatient units and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support patients, families and carers through education and advocacy.
• Build strong partnerships to deliver coordinated care.
• Contribute to quality improvement and evidence-based practice.

Essential Requirements

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Relevant post-registration qualifications in the specialty area and a minimum of three years' post-registration experience within the clinical specialty.
• A current NSW Driver Licence (or eligibility to drive in NSW) and willingness to travel for work purposes.

What We Offer
When you join Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services, you'll become part of a highly experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional care across Hunter New England

We offer:

• Comprehensive orientation and onboarding.
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.
• A supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Fleet vehicles available for work-related travel.
• 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
• Up to 6 weeks annual leave for eligible nurses 

The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities across Hunter New England.

Need more information? 
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Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Raka Tierney on Raka.Tierney@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. 

• 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 be eligible to apply for this position the applicant must be a current employee of Hunter New England Local Health District or a current employee of Calvary Mater Newcastle.

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.