Hospital Conultation Liaison (Registered Nurse) - Drug Health Services - Temp FT
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- Registered Nurse
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- REQ676667 Requisition #
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- Jul 08, 2026 Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ676667
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until 25/Oct/2026 with possibility of extension
Remuneration: $1,566.70 - $2,199.59 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Campbelltown Drug Health Service
Applications close: 26/07/26
Contact: Wanda Brabender - Nurse Unit Manager on Wanda.Brabender@health.nsw.gov.au or via (02) 4634 4177
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Join a specialised Drug Health team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients experiencing drug and alcohol related health issues. As a Drug & Alcohol Hospital Consultation Liaison Registered Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in improving health outcomes by providing expert clinical assessment, consultation and care coordination across Campbelltown Hospital.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide evidence-based interventions for patients with drug and alcohol related conditions.
- Partner with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement person-centred care and treatment plans.
- Build the capability of healthcare professionals through specialist consultation and clinical liaison support.
- Facilitate effective discharge planning and connections to ongoing treatment and community-based support services.
- Contribute to improved patient outcomes by delivering compassionate, recovery-oriented care within an integrated model of care.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated nurse who is passionate about supporting individuals affected by substance use disorders and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
- Demonstrated clinical experience in drug and alcohol, mental health, emergency, acute care or a related clinical setting.
- Strong assessment, clinical decision-making and care coordination skills, with the ability to manage complex presentations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective engagement with patients, families, carers and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating closely with specialist and hospital-based services.
- Commitment to delivering evidence-based, recovery-oriented care and achieving positive outcomes for patients experiencing drug and alcohol related health issues
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Describe your recent clinical experience working with patients experiencing drug and alcohol, mental health, emergency, or other complex health presentations. How has this experience prepared you to assess, manage and coordinate care for patients with substance use disorders in an acute hospital setting?
- Provide an example of a time you worked collaboratively with patients, families/carers and a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement a patient-centred care plan. What was your approach, and what was the outcome?
- Tell us about a situation where you identified a clinical risk, complex care issue or opportunity for improvement in your workplace. How did you use critical thinking and evidence-based practice to address the issue, and what was the result?
Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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