Clinical Nurse Specialist - Discharge Planner
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to March 2027) / Job Share Considered
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $116,639.98 - $120,469.88 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 13 April 2026 – 11:59pm
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Discharge Planner
Bathurst Health Service
About the role
The Discharge planner provides advanced, specialist nursing care to support safe, timely, and person centred discharge planning for patients with complex needs across inpatient areas. This role contributes to improved patient flow, reduced discharge delays, and continuity of care from admission through to discharge.
The position requires strong clinical expertise, effective communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and families. The role leads and participates in daily MDT reviews and patient flow activities, identifies and addresses discharge barriers, and provides specialist advice and support to staff.
This role works Monday to Friday during business hours. The role offers opportunities to influence patient outcomes, support service improvement, and contribute to high quality, coordinated care.
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.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· 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 Melissa Belfanti on (02) 6330 5310 or at melissa.belfanti@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
