Clinical Nurse Consultant Continence

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1
Remuneration: $130,524.69 - $133.191.02 + Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ638473
Closing Date: Wednesday 8th April 

Narrabri Community Health Service | Hunter New England Local Health District
 

Narrabri Community Health is home to a vibrant and supportive multidisciplinary team. The Continence Clinical Nurse Consultant is a highly valued member, working closely across community health and acute services. Regular in-services and case discussions foster a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.

Narrabri District Hospital features:

• 28-bed inpatient unit (medical, surgical, maternity, paediatrics, palliative care)
• 8-bed day surgery unit
• Diagnostic services including pathology, X-ray, CT, and visiting ultrasound
• 24-hour Emergency Department
   

Are you an experienced and passionate nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in rural healthcare? Narrabri Community Health Service is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1 (Continence) to join our dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to work across a diverse range of clinical settings, including:

• Acute inpatient services
• Outpatient clinics
• Community and outreach programs

As a Continence Clinical Nurse Consultant, you will provide specialist clinical expertise in continence management across the lifespan. You will play a key role in supporting patients, families, and clinicians by delivering evidence-based care, education, and clinical leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert continence assessment, management, and education to patients and families
• Provide clinical consultation and support to multidisciplinary teams
• Enhance the capability of clinicians through education and mentorship
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Work collaboratively across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings
   

About You

You are a motivated and innovative clinician who:

• Has a passion for rural and community healthcare
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Builds strong relationships with patients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds
• Is proactive in improving service delivery and patient outcomes

Brings specialist knowledge (or a strong interest) in continence management
 
Essential Criteria:

• Registersation Nurse with current authority to Practice with AHPRA with at least 5 years Full time equipivalent experience 
• Post Registeration Nursing Qualifications or willing to work towards becoming a Clinical Nurse Consultant
   

What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
 

• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
• Fitness Passport

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
 

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For role related queries or questions contact Krystle Brown on Krystle.Brown@health.nsw.gov.au
 

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.   

Hunter New England Health 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. 

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au  for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 

This position is full time; however, part time arrangements will be considered.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.