Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until June 2027
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $62.82- $64.88 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ661604
Application close: Thursday 4th June 2026 at 11.59pm
This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 – Community Paediatric Team plays a vital role in delivering specialised, family-centred care for children with medical complexity across the Central Coast community. This rewarding position provides the opportunity to work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, delivering case management, care coordination, and advanced nursing care across inpatient, outpatient, and home-based settings.
About The Opportunity
Working closely with tertiary paediatric services, treating teams, government and non-government agencies, and community providers, the role supports children and their families in navigating complex healthcare needs while promoting greater independence, improved wellbeing, and reduced hospitalisation. The position also offers meaningful involvement in supporting transitions to community-based services, including those delivered under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, you will utilise advanced clinical expertise, professional judgement, and autonomous decision-making to provide high-quality complex care and achieve positive health outcomes for children and families. The role offers the opportunity to lead by example, apply sophisticated problem-solving skills, identify and manage clinical risks, and contribute to innovative, compassionate, and evidence-based paediatric care within a supportive and collaborative environment.
This is an opportunity to form ongoing, meaningful relationships with clients and families while being fully supported by a team renowned for its expertise, kindness, and collaborative culture.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division plus post graduate qualifications relevant to the specialty of Child & Family Health and/or Paediatrics or equivalent, and at least 3 years fulltime equivalent clinical experience in the specialty. Current unencumbered NSW Drivers Licence.
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Demonstrated effective communication including verbal, written and interpersonal skills and information technology skills to provide a high level of care for children with complex medical conditions and vulnerable families.
Demonstrated ability to provide complex care and advanced clinical skills in care planning, case management and service provision for children with medical complexities and their families. -
Demonstrated clinical expertise, and the ability to lead and foster innovation to enhance care provision within Child & Family Health/Paediatrics.
Applicants must have current Australian work rights. We are unable to consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
At Central Coast Local Health District, you’ll be supported to grow, thrive, and succeed:
Work-Life Balance
- Accrued day off each month (ADO)
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Paid parental leave
Financial Benefits
- Salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay
- Novated leasing options
- Relocation assistance (where eligible)
Health & Wellbeing
- Discounted gym access through Fitness Passport
- Free flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Access discounted private health insurance
Career Growth
- Access to professional development and education
- Secondment and career‑advancement opportunities across the District
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at [email protected] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
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Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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