Clinical Nurse Consultant

Employment Type :TemporaryPart Time - up to 03/05/2026Position Classification :Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2Location : Nepean HospitalRemuneration :$68.50 - $69.86 per hourHours Per Week :24Requisition ID :REQ Applications Close : 09/12/2025 With CORE Values of C ollaboration, O penness, R espect and E mpowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role. About Us Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. Nepean Hospital is a teaching hospital that provides tertiary referral services in emergency care, coronary care, diagnostics, gynaecology, paediatric, neonatal intensive care/ICU, maternity, mental health, rehabilitation, and surgery. The Nepean Campus has recently experienced tremendous growth and aims to support communities within and outside of Sydney’s western suburbs, providing world‑class clinical facilities, services, and care. Nepean Hospital, in proud partnership with the McGrath Foundation, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Nurse Consultant (Early Breast) to join our Multidisciplinary team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families experiencing a breast cancer diagnosis. As a McGrath Breast Care Nurse, you will provide expert Clinical Care, Education and support from diagnosis and treatment through to recovery and survivorship. You will work collaboratively with Surgeons, Oncologists, Radiologists, Allied Health teams, and community services to ensure holistic, patient‑centred care. The MCCN plays a pivotal role in facilitating communication across the multidisciplinary breast cancer care team and ensuring continuity of care across hospital and community settings. This position contributes to evidence‑based clinical practice, education, and the development of supportive care pathways for people affected by breast cancer, in collaboration with Oncology, Breast Surgery, Palliative Aare, and Allied Health teams. This is a great opportunity to work as a McGrath Breast Care Nurse, supported by the McGrath Foundation’s well‑established education and professional development programs, and to join a collaborative and supportive team culture within Nepean Hospital. If you are passionate about improving the experience of people diagnosed with breast cancer and want to be part of a respected, supportive clinical team, we encourage you to apply. Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging Novated Leasing Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Fitness Passport NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here. For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here. What you will bring to the role: Current registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA). Minimum of five years’ post‑registration experience in surgical or medical oncology, including at least three years’ experience as a breast care nurse or in a related discipline. Relevant postgraduate qualifications in breast care or cancer nursing (minimum of one unit completed from a postgraduate certificate), with willingness to complete the full postgraduate certificate if required. Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills across a variety of settings, with an understanding of the practice development framework. Proven ability to implement change and develop clinical direction through the application of evidence‑based research and best practice principles. Demonstrated skills in strategic and clinical service planning, with an understanding of organisational behaviour, change management, and cultural change processes. Demonstrated ability in clinical teaching, competence in the use of contemporary health information systems, and experience developing and delivering specialty education programs. Demonstrated advanced clinical expertise in patient‑centred consultancy, with the capacity to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to use for work‑related travel as required. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. 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