Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 38 hours per week up to June 2027

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2

Remuneration: $2,863.69 - $2,920.59 + Superannuation

Requisition ID: REQ706340

About the role

Join Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA), one of Australia's most respected and renowned teaching hospitals, with a proud history of delivering exceptional healthcare to local, statewide, national and international communities.

At RPA, you will be part of a world-class healthcare environment where innovation, collaboration and compassionate care are at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated and highly skilled teams are committed to advancing healthcare, improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of clinical practice.

As a Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC), you will have an exciting opportunity to provide specialist clinical expertise, leadership and advice within your area of specialty. You will play a pivotal role in driving clinical excellence, influencing best practice and supporting the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care for patients with complex health needs.

Working collaboratively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, you will:

• Provide expert clinical consultation, advice and support to patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
• Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of individualised care management plans for patients with complex health needs.
• Drive excellence in clinical practice through professional leadership, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Translate research and evidence into practice to enhance clinical services and improve patient outcomes.
• Lead and contribute to the development and delivery of specialty-specific education, supporting the ongoing growth and capability of the healthcare workforce.
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning to shape and strengthen the delivery of specialist clinical services.

This is an opportunity to bring your specialist knowledge, clinical leadership and passion for excellence to a highly regarded healthcare organisation. Please view the Position Description for more information.

You will have:

• Current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Atleast five (5) years post registration experience with at least three (3) years’ experience in Infection Control and Prevention and / or relevant service.
• Demonstrated experience in IPAC practice
• Knowledge of relevant infection prevention standards and guidelines
• Proven ability to provide education, consultation and clinical leadership
• Experience in analysing and reporting infection surveillance data

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia

What you will enjoy:

• Monthly Accrued Day Off
• Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
• Annual influenza vaccination on us!
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

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This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit:https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

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For role related queries or questions contact Natalie Menzie on [email protected] or 0477 723 466.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment and want to make a genuine difference, we would love you to join our team!

Applications Close: 15 November 2026

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