Transfusion Clinical Nurse Specialist
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- Clinical Nurse Specialist
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- REQ649274 Requisition #
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- Mar 17, 2026 Post Date
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Employment Type: Temporary Part Time – (Until 20 April 2029)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $58.83 - $60.76 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options are available to reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay)
Location: Negotiable within WNSW
Hours per Week: 24
Applications Close: 13 April 2026, 11:59pm
Transfusion Clinical Nurse Specialist
Quality Clinical Safety and Nursing
About the role
The Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Transfusion Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 (CNS2) to join our team. This advanced practice role provides complex, specialist nursing care with a high level of autonomy and clinical judgement, while leading the development and delivery of best practice transfusion services.
The successful candidate will act as a key resource and role model, contributing to education, quality improvement initiatives, and innovative models of care. Working collaboratively with NSW Health Pathology and multidisciplinary teams, the CNS2 will support safe, effective, and patient-centred transfusion practices in line with NSQHS Standard 7 – Blood Management.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence clinical practice across a diverse and dynamic health district. You will provide leadership in auditing, policy development, staff education, and clinical governance, ensuring compliance with transfusion protocols and continuous improvement in patient outcomes. We are looking for a Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration, relevant postgraduate qualifications, and demonstrated experience in transfusion or a related specialty.
A commitment to clinical excellence, strong communication skills, and the ability to work across multiple sites are essential. Join WNSWLHD and play a pivotal role in advancing transfusion safety and quality care for our communities.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
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 Dominique Spork on 0407 022 001 or at Dominique.spork@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.
· 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
