Clinical Nurse Specialist (Grade 2), Transit Lounge - St Vincent's Public Hospital, Sydney
Role title: Clinical Nurse Specialist (Grade 2)
Role type: Permanent full time
Department and location: Transit Lounge, St Vincent’s Hospital, Darlinghurst
Salary: $113,243.15 - $116,963.48 + super.
Better and fairer care. Always.
We are St Vincent’s Health Australia, Australia’s largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services.
Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.
About the role
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St Vincent’s Hospital Transit Lounge is to provide an appropriate and safe environment for patients transiting into and out of St Vincent’s Hospital.
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The Transit Lounge supplements inpatient capacity by being a space for patients who are ready for discharge but would otherwise occupy an inpatient or an ED bed. The Transit Lounge can also begin the new admission process for stable patients awaiting an inpatient bed.
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As a Discharge Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth and effective transitions of care, particularly for patients with complex discharge needs. You will regularly be liaising with Medical Officers to ensure effective discharge planning and education for patients.
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Collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team, you will lead efforts to facilitate timely and safe discharges, making a tangible impact on patient outcomes and hospital efficiency.
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Maintaining accurate patient records and contributing to service improvement initiatives.
About you
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Current registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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Relevant post-registration qualifications and at least three years’ experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualification.
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Demonstrated understanding of principles, systems and processes related to patient flow and discharge planning.
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Demonstrated understanding of operational factors that influence patient access and improve the patient journey.
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Demonstrated experience in leading and initiating activities to improve clinical service delivery and patient clinical outcomes.
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Demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to set priorities, establish and achieve agreed task and plans together with the ability to work with a broad range of health disciplines.
Why work at St Vincent’s?
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Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community
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Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport
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Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank
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Access to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-free
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Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leave
About the hospital
In this role you will be based at St Vincent’s hospital, Darlinghurst.
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A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful location
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Surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches
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A place of expert clinical care for at-risk people
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Closely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campus
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Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional health
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.
Equal opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.
How to apply
The closing date for applications is 8 July 2025.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert.
For more information and to apply, please click here.
Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.
