Registered Nurse - Opioid Treatment - Banksia Clinic
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $40.03 - $56.20 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Wellington, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 20
Applications Close: 20 July 2026 – 11:59pm
Registered Nurse - Opioid Treatment - Banksia Clinic
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Wellington
About the role
Looking for a nursing role with better work-life balance? Join the and professional team working at Banksia Clinic, with people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use. With a rewarding career in alcohol and other drugs, you can work family-friendly hours and have a positive impact on the health of our communities.
The working hours are Monday – Friday, 08:00am – 12:00pm and a Saturday or Sunday, 08:00am – 12:00pm.
This position includes administration of schedule 8 medications, doing nursing assessments, and supporting clients with substance use. This includes brief counselling, telehealth, treatment planning, and working with other services for referrals and follow-up. A typical day includes routine opioid administration, assisting with prescriber clinics. Banksia Clinic supports clients from a broad area, including Wellington and surrounding areas.
Working with like-minded colleagues who are committed to delivering the best evidence-based care. The role also offers the benefit of scheduled appointments, allowing for structured and focused client care.
The team is professional, client-focused, and dedicated to providing quality care. The role involves working alongside the Community Health & Mental Health clinicians. Banksia Clinic works closely with Acacia Cottage in Dubbo.
We are the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. We listen to understand, not label. Be part of the vibrant and professional team improving and enriching the health of our communities in millions of ways every day.
The successful applicant will work closely with other registered nurses, enrolled nurses, the administration team, doctors, nurse practitioners, and OTP prescribers. The role currently reports to the Community Health Manager.
Orientation will be provided. Initially, shadowing current staff members and linked in with a mentor, 30-, 60- & 90-day conversations – actions plan to look at identified training required..
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
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To apply for this role:
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· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Donna Brennan on (02) 6845 5500 or at donna.brennan@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
