Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 – Staff Health Service
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- South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ557063 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time / Part Time (Job Sharing is possible)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $57.11 - $58.99 per hour plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ557063
Applications Close: Sunday, 9 March 2025
Location: Kogarah, Sydney
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $57.11 - $58.99 per hour plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ557063
Applications Close: Sunday, 9 March 2025
Location: Kogarah, Sydney
NOTE: Job Share will be taken into consideration.
Passionate about staff wellbeing? Join us and provide expert care for a our exceptional healthcare staff.
Where you'll be working
Working at St George Hospital, located in Kogarah, provides a dynamic and supportive environment. As part of the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD), the hospital offers a collaborative culture where healthcare professionals across various disciplines work closely together. It features state-of-the-art facilities and is involved in clinical teaching, offering valuable training opportunities in specialties such as cardiology, oncology, and emergency medicine. St George Hospital serves a diverse patient base, providing staff with the chance to gain exposure to a wide range of medical cases and make a real difference in people's lives.
The hospital is located in Kogarah, a well-connected suburb with easy access to public transport and just a short distance from the Sydney CBD. Kogarah offers a peaceful, community-oriented atmosphere, with parks, cafes, shops, and recreational spots nearby. The area’s proximity to the coastline, such as Brighton-Le-Sands, adds to its appeal. With a strong focus on work-life balance, St George Hospital provides flexibility for its employees, and the suburb's relaxed pace makes it an ideal place for those seeking a blend of professional fulfillment and a pleasant lifestyle.
What you'll be doing
As the Clinical Nurse Specialist, you'll be responsible for:
- supervising staff screening, immunisation, and exposure management, including fit testing across the LHD;
- oversee VaxLink data, recruitment screenings, and vaccination programs;
- providing occupational exposure management, NRT counselling, cytotoxic monitoring, and phone support;
- advising managers on infectious disease risks, deliver staff education, and update policies and procedures.
Benefits:
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
- Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
- Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria
- Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia, with current unrestricted Australian Drivers Licence and willingness to utilise as required for the position; and an Authorised Nurse Immuniser as recognised by NSW Health.
- Relevant Post graduate qualifications in Infection Control, OHS or Staff Health and at least 3 years recent experience working in the staff health clinical area; As well as a understanding of PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex clinical care and service delivery issues and problem solve through the development and use of clinical management plans.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise extended autonomy of decision making while working as part of a multidisciplinary team and apply professional and ethical boundaries when dealing with complex situations.
- Demonstrated skills in the development & facilitation of patients and staff as required.
- Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to identify key messages, issues and concerns when communicating with others.
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of harm minimisation and evidence of leadership in safety and quality innovation.
- Demonstrated computer skills and competence in the use of health-related information technology.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Jean Piggins on Jean.Piggins@health.nsw.gov.au
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
Reasonable Adjustments
Information for applicants:
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
- 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
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