Clinical Nurse Specialist (Immunisation)

Requisition ID: REQ649248
Employment Type: Temporary Part-time (until June 2026)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist/Clinical Midwife Specialist - Grade 2
Location: Wagga Wagga  / Negotiable across MLHD
Remuneration: $116,639.98 - $120,469.88 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable) 
Hours per week: 32 hours
Applications Close: 23 April 2026
Vaccination Category: This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11).

Immunise. Influence. Inspire.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a experienced, passionate and motivated Clinical Nurse Specialists / Clinical Midwife Specialists Grade 2 - Immunisation, to join MLHD.
In this advanced role, you will lead the delivery of a project to develop and embed vaccination into routine care provided by LHD clinical services. You will work with MLHD clinical services to support the implementation or expansion of vaccine availability and develop the services’ capability and capacity to provide vaccines. You will provide expert consultation, education and mentorship, contributing to clinical excellence, safety and continuous improvement. You will also support the project requirements, including undertaking evaluation and reporting to the Ministry of Health.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver advanced, evidence-based immunisation care, including assessment, vaccination and follow-up 
• Provide clinical leadership, education and support to staff, patients and the community on immunisation practices 
• Promote safe vaccine management, including cold chain compliance and adverse event (AEFI) management 
• Support quality improvement, policy and service develop of immunisation programs.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting across immunisation systems 
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and public health services to optimise vaccination outcomes 
• Deliver project requirements, including undertaking evaluation and writing reports for LHD executive and Ministry of Health.

For a full list of role responsibilities, please review the Position Description.
 

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse
• Postgraduate qualifications in immunisation with at least, a minimum of 3 years full-time equivalent clinical experience relevant in immunisation. 
• Accredited as an Authorised Immuniser in NSW
• Excellent communication, collaboration and care coordination skills within multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement and ongoing professional development
• Current Class C driver’s licence and willingness to travel across the district if required

Why join MLHD?

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.

• Make an impact in diverse regional communities 
• Competitive salary with generous packaging up to $20,600 + novated leasing 
• Career growth through ongoing professional development 
• Health & wellbeing support, including EAP and Fitness Passport

Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, Apply Now. Please contact Anton Forsyth, via anton.forsyth@health.nsw.gov.au, if you have any questions about this role.

Your application will need to include:

• A current CV
• A cover letter
• Responses to the application questions

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander,  you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.