Clinical Nurse Specialist – Cardiac | Newcastle
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Cardiac | Newcastle
Category: Cardiac Services, Registered Nurses & Midwives
Location: AU - NSW Newcastle
Job type: Permanent / Part-time
Posted: 2025-11-06
Reference: 1631918
An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Nurse motivated to expand their leadership skills and take on the role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist in a 32-bed Cardiothoracic Unit at a private hospital near Newcastle on a part-time basis (Parental Leave Contract).
POSITION OVERVIEW
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading, mentoring, and supporting nursing and clinical support staff;
- Providing expert clinical guidance and problem-solving within your specialty;
- Assisting in planning and implementing policies, procedures, and quality initiatives;
- Promoting a culture of safety, risk management, and infection control compliance.
REQUIREMENTS
The successful applicant will possess:
- Current registration with AHPRA;
- Minimum 4 years' experience in the specialty;
- High-level clinical competence and problem-solving ability;
- Experience in mentoring, training, and developing staff;
- Strong knowledge of quality and infection control processes;
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and patients.
THE BENEFITS
The hospital offers fabulous Employee Benefits, including:
- Salary packaging;
- Free access to LinkedIn Learning;
- Education scholarships;
- Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster;
- Flexible Leave Program;
- Free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.
ABOUT THE FACILITY
The hospital is an acute Advanced Surgical and Medical Hospital situated 15 km south of the Newcastle CBD. The hospital offers the following specialties: Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology, General Surgery (including Colorectal), Breast Surgery, Plastics, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Vascular and Oncology. The 6-bed emergency department includes a state-of-the-art resuscitation room, triage room, and procedure room.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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