Registered Nurse - Clinical Research - The PEACH Project - Tweed Heads

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time ending 31 December 2027 with the possibility of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 in accordance with the award
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ642412
Advertising Closes: 09 April 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).  Please attach to your application in order to progress.

Come join our friendly sexual health team to help deliver the PEACH Project (Preventing and Eliminating Anal Cancer in people living with HIV) based at Tweed Valley Sexual Health Service, located in the Health Hub at Tweed Valley Hospital. The PEACH Project is funded by the Cancer Institute NSW. Anal cancer screening involves a combination of anal swabs (for HPV and cytology) and high-resolution anoscopy (HRA), which will be conducted on-site. This RN role will support both the research components of the PEACH Project and associated clinical service delivery. Prior sexual health or research experience is welcome but not essential. Training will be provided.

About the role

This is a 0.5 FTE role suited to a Registered Nurse who enjoys variety, is organised, and values warm, patient-centred care. You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary sexual health team supporting a project with real-world impact, helping strengthen access to evidence-based screening and follow-up care for people living with HIV.

What you’ll be doing

·        Support participant recruitment and study visits, including appointment coordination, follow-up and continuity of care.

·        Assist with participant-facing processes such as education, consent discussions (as delegated), questionnaires, and ensuring a culturally safe and respectful experience.

·        Assist with clinical components of the screening pathway, including anal swabs for HPV and cytology (within scope and delegation).

·        Assist Staff Specialists during high-resolution anoscopy (HRA) clinics, including room and equipment preparation, patient support during procedures, documentation, and follow-up planning (training will be provided).

·        Maintain high-quality documentation and contribute to accurate data capture and study administration (including keeping study records organised and audit-ready).

·        Work closely with senior clinicians and nursing staff to ensure the PEACH Project runs smoothly within day-to-day clinic operations.

Support & reporting

You will report to the Nurse Manager Grade 3 (Sexual Health & Viral Hepatitis) and the Medical Director of HIV & Sexual Health, and will be supported on-site by senior nursing staff and senior medical staff, including training in research processes and the PEACH clinical protocol and processes.

What we’re looking for

We’re keen to hear from nurses who bring:

·        Current registration as a Registered Nurse.

·        Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

·        A professional, non-judgemental, patient-centred approach, with the ability to build rapport in a sensitive clinical setting.

·        Confidence working within a team and willingness to learn new skills.

Previous experience in sexual health and/or research is welcome but not essential. We are looking for the right person, and we’ll support you to build the project-specific and clinic-specific skills you need.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. 

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Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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