Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $62.82 - $64.88 ph.
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ665534
Applications Close: Thursday 18th June 2026
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
What you'll be doing
The Women’s Health Nurse Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 functions in the role of expert clinician, educator, consultant, mentor, and clinical care supervisor. Responsible for:
- Facilitating and delivering effective and efficient women’s health clinical services to the population most at risk of poor health outcomes
- Developing and providing women’s health education, community development and health promotion programs
About You
You describe yourself as a highly skilled clinician with current registration through the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, supported by relevant post‑registration qualifications and more than three years of focused experience in your specialised clinical area. You bring advanced capability in women’s health and sexual health, backed by recent hands‑on practice that has strengthened your assessment, clinical decision‑making and therapeutic care.
You demonstrate a strong understanding of the complex issues affecting marginalised women, including the health impacts of domestic and family violence and sexual assault. You recognise how these experiences shape the wellbeing of women, children and families across both mainstream and Aboriginal communities, and you approach this work with sensitivity, cultural awareness and a commitment to trauma‑informed care.
You work confidently both independently and within multidisciplinary teams, contributing collaboratively while also taking initiative when clinical leadership is required. You have a proven ability to mentor and coach nursing staff, supporting their professional development and helping build capability across the service. Your leadership extends to initiating and guiding activities that improve service delivery and strengthen patient outcomes, demonstrating your commitment to continuous improvement.
Your communication skills—written, verbal and interpersonal—are complemented by your effective use of information technology and clinical systems. You maintain clear, accurate and timely documentation and engage with colleagues and clients in a way that supports trust and shared understanding. With a current NSW driver’s licence and a willingness to travel, you remain flexible and responsive to the needs of the role and the communities you serve.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
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For role related queries or questions contact Wayne Burns on 0461 341 259 or [email protected]
For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - [email protected]
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Need assistance with your application please refer to our resources: How To Apply or for Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders refer to: Stepping Up
