Clinical Nurse Specialist

Employment Type : Temporary Part Time (until 31 May 2026)Position Classification : Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2Remuneration : $58.82 - $60.75 + SuperannuationHours Per Week : 24Requisition ID : REQ Location : Broken Hill Opportunity to work on the frontline to join a truly supportive team that is empowered to provide the ultimate patient experience Grow your career with us with ongoing learning and development Get exposure to work across different areas you would not get in the big smoke We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you Take a quick look at Living and Working in the Far West. About the Opportunity Provide child focused, patient centred, culturally responsive and trauma informed care Be part of a multidisciplinary team which meets the medical, forensic and psychosocial needs of the patients who have experienced violence abuse and neglect and their families. What is on offer 5 weeks annual leave Salary packaging (pay less tax), enjoy up to $9k for living expenses, $2.6k for meals and entertainment Novated Leasing Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month Fitness Passport and EAP to maintain your health and wellbeing Isolation and Climate Allowance Professional development with support through advanced education & training to help you develop your career A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing About the Far West LHD The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community. Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare. About Broken Hill A true “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability. With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés. How to apply To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible: Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA) with relevant post registration qualifications (i.e. sexual health, family planning, women's health, obstetrics and gynaecology and emergency nursing) and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the organisation. Completed, working towards or willing to undertake NSW Health Education Centre Against Violence Graduate Certificate in the Medical and Forensic Management of Adult Sexual Assault (or equivalent). Demonstrated competencies in providing nursing care in the context of a multidisciplinary team and commitment to providing integrated psychosocial, medical and forensic responses to people experiencing violence, abuse and neglect. Demonstrated commitment to and experience in service development and quality improvement including the capacity to initiate change and negotiate support from key stakeholders and coordinate clinical audit activities. Demonstrated ability to provide high quality, trauma-informed and culturally safe care to clients who have experienced violence, abuse and neglect and may present as highly distressed. Highly developed clinical skills in patient assessment and care planning with demonstrated ability to provide a referral service as required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills enabling collaborative work with colleagues, other health professionals and individuals to provide safe and effective care. Demonstrated clinical expertise in client consultancy with the ability and willingness to work autonomously, accept responsibility and the ability to prioritise work practices. Evidence of current unrestricted NSW drivers licence and a willingness to provide outreach throughout the Far West LHD and have the willingness to drive long distances with the occasional over night stay. The Welcome Experience The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Rebecca Deer on Applications Close: 1 December 2025 Stepping Up The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit: Empower, listen and act together Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices. Equal opportunity statement At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr