Clinical Nurse Specialist (Grade 2) - Opioid Treatment Program

Selection Criteria

1. Current Registered Nurse Division 1 National Registration (AHPRA) with post-registration qualification relevant to drug and alcohol nursing and at least three (3) years clinical experience within the drug and alcohol nursing field or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate.
2. Demonstrated advanced skills and knowledge in the provision of drug and alcohol support and treatment, including opioid pharmacotherapy treatment, with clients with complex presentations and an ability to use advanced clinical skills in patient/client assessment and care planning.
3. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in the provision and development of clinical practice by utilisation of evidence based research with a demonstrated understanding of current NSW Health Policies related to D&A treatment including opioid replacement treatment.
4. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, carers and a diverse range of health care providers including those in government, non-government and community organisations.
5. Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team, with an emphasis on service delivery, quality of care and team cohesion with an ability to identify and improve opportunities to enhance continuity of care between the D&A sector, primary care providers and community based services.
6. Understanding of, and commitment to harm minimisation principles and a demonstrated flexible, non-judgemental approach to client care.
7. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to utilise information technology systems within a variety of applications.

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Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-PaCH@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information for applicants

• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
• SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website