Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Care Coordinator, Spinal Injuries Unit

Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Care Coordinator, Spinal Injuries Unit Apply for the Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Clinical Care Coordinator in the Spinal Injuries Unit at the Prince of Wales Hospital, NSW Health. Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 Remuneration: $116,639.98 – $120,469.88 per annum plus superannuation Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ Application Close: Sunday, 14 December 2025 In this pivotal position, you will play a key role in ensuring continuity of care and maintaining the highest standards across each patient’s individual care journey. You will coordinate complex admissions and lead comprehensive discharge planning for patients admitted to our statewide Spinal Injuries Unit, supporting seamless transitions and exceptional clinical outcomes. Benefits Workplace culture based on person‑centred care and staff wellbeing Orientation and supported transition into the new role Clinical education programmes affiliated with university partners Development pathways for career progression Up to 12 allocated days off each year (full‑time) plus annual leave Salary packaging options to reduce taxable income: up to $9K living expenses, $2.6K for meal, entertainment and novated leasing Corporate health and fitness programme, discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for staff and families Discounted private health insurance Partnerships with universities supporting research in wellbeing, education and teaching Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications Opportunity to obtain Clinical Nurse Specialist status where relevant The Role The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it. As a Clinical Care Coordinator—Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, you will maintain continuity of care and facilitate high standards throughout the patient journey. You will coordinate complex admissions and discharge planning within Prince of Wales Hospital’s statewide spinal injuries service, providing individualised, case‑managed complex patient care and leading the spinal injuries unit. Your role includes leadership of an interdisciplinary team, ensuring people experience person‑centred, safe, high‑quality compassionate care, while managing autonomy of decision‑making and advancing clinical practice. Key Functions Complex admission and discharge planning of patients within the statewide spinal injuries unit Collaborate with the spinal injuries MDT team Attend admission intake and discharge planning meetings Coordinate with the patient flow team and update on the spinal waitlist, ensuring smooth patient flow between facilities Engage patients, families or carers by providing specific spinal support and education Where You’ll be Working Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service is a Level 6 tertiary referral hospital with 370 inpatient beds. Each year it cares for more than 70,000 Emergency Department patients and around 50,000 inpatient admissions, offering outpatient and rural outreach services as well as innovative virtual models of care. The hospital provides an exceptional staff experience and enhanced patient and family outcomes through person‑centred care. Randwick Local Council offers a vibrant community with beaches, restaurants, transport links and a dynamic nightlife, providing an appealing environment for staff and families. Selection Criteria Registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse Relevant post‑registration qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience in spinal injury or spinal rehabilitation (or equivalent) Ability to manage complex clinical care and service delivery issues and solve problems using clinical management plans Extended autonomy of decision making within multidisciplinary teams while observing professional and ethical boundaries Skills in patient and carer education and mentoring nursing staff for professional development High‑level written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to identify key messages and concerns Experience leading and initiating activities to improve clinical service delivery and patient outcomes Competence in using health‑related information technology Information for Applicants An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen has been identified after labour market testing Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria documented in the position description Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer We have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can provide support ( ) and additional information on our Stepping Up website Reasonable Adjustments NSW Health recognises everyone is unique; adjustments to the recruitment/interview process can be requested by emailing Adjustments may include but are not limited to physical requirements, interview set‑ups and specific interview availability times. 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