Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse / Midwife Consultant Grade 2
Remuneration: $73.15 - $74.61 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: Gosford Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ667547
Applications Close: Thursday 25th June at 11:59pm
You will be part of the Nursing & Midwifery Research Service, which sits within the District’s Nursing and Midwifery Directorate. The position is based at the Central Coast Clinical School and Research Institute (CCCSRI) building at Gosford Hospital campus. This role operates across CCLHD, providing opportunities to support clinician-led research while building strong connections with academic partners, clinical services, and the District Research Office.
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated Clinical Nurse / Midwife Consultant Grade 2 (Nursing & Midwifery Research) to support the development of nursing and midwifery research capability across CCLHD. In this role, you will provide expert advice, education and mentorship to nurses and midwives undertaking practice-based research initiatives. Working collaboratively with clinicians, academics and managers, you will support the planning and delivery of research capacity-building initiatives and assist clinicians to translate evidence into practice to improve patient care. A key focus of the role is coordinating and facilitating the Nurse / Midwife Clinical Research Internship Program, while supporting clinicians to develop research skills and confidence through education, coaching and practical project support. This role works closely with the Nurse Manager Grade 3 (Nursing & Midwifery Research) and the broader research team to strengthen a sustainable research culture across the organisation.
In this role you will:
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Coordinate and facilitate the Nurse / Midwife Clinical Research Internship Program, including recruitment, participant support, mentor liaison and program evaluation.
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Support clinician-led research projects from problem identification through to study design, ethics and governance approvals, data management and dissemination of findings.
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Provide mentoring, coaching and education to nurses and midwives undertaking or planning research projects.
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Deliver research education workshops and information sessions to enhance research capability within the nursing and midwifery workforce.
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Collaborate with internal and external partners including clinical teams, the Research Office, and university partners to facilitate research engagement and development.
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Promote nursing and midwifery research activity through communication, showcases and dissemination initiatives.
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Contribute to governance, monitoring and evaluation of research capacity-building activities aligned with the CCLHD Research Strategic Plan.
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Support the Nurse Manager Nursing & Midwifery Research in broader research leadership priorities and initiatives that strengthen research capability across the District.
You will be supported by the Nursing & Midwifery Directorate team and have opportunities to work with clinicians, academic partners and research networks to advance nursing and midwifery research and evidence-based practice.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
You are a motivated and collaborative nurse or midwife with a strong interest in research and evidence-based practice. You enjoy mentoring others, building capability, and supporting clinicians to translate research into improved patient outcomes.
We are looking for someone who has:
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Current Authority to Practice with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse or Midwife.
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Minimum 5 years post-registration experience, including experience in a specialty field and experience in practice-based research.
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Postgraduate qualifications in research (Research higher degree or working towards one in Health or a related field preferred).
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Demonstrated experience supporting or conducting research, including aspects of study design, literature review, ethics and governance processes, data management and dissemination.
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Highly developed verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage clinicians and stakeholders across multiple services.
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Experience delivering education, mentoring or coaching to support workforce capability development.
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Ability to analyse, synthesise and translate research evidence to inform clinical practice and service improvement.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
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This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the growth of nursing and midwifery research and support clinicians to improve patient care through evidence-based practice.
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You will work in a supportive research environment with opportunities to collaborate with clinical leaders, academics and research partners while contributing to initiatives that strengthen research capability across CCLHD.
Work-Life Balance: 17.5% annual leave loading and paid parental leave. -
Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
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Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
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Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
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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.
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Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
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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