Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Aged Care Assessment Team

Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, Aged Care Assessment Team REQ With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. $116,639.98 - $120,469.88 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | TemporaryFull Time until 28 February 2026 | Fairy Meadow | REQ | Grade: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 | Applications close: 30 November 2025 Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. The CNS will demonstrate the ability to act as a professional role model, delivering a high level capacity for client advocacy while demonstrating the ability to act as a change agent, provide effective clinical leadership and the ability to practice as an autonomous professional with the capacity to work within a Multidisciplinary team environment. The CNS 2 will assist in the provision of supervision and support for less experienced assessors and will maintain their professional accountability and development in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board Australia's Standards of Practice. All staff are expected to act as an appropriate and effective role model and promote culture and supporting practices that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment through demonstrated behaviours and interactions with patients, clients /carers and employees. The CNS2 in ACAT will undertake the key role of providing comprehensive assessment, referral, support and information to patient/clients/carer of clients regarding services that require access to Australian Government funded aged care services, placement or alternate services community Aged Care packages including (CHSP services). Provide a comprehensive assessment NSAF on My Aged Care, using mobile devices plan and co‑ordinate care for clients. Refer clients to any CHSP services when required in the community. Provide information to patient/client/carer of clients regarding Commonwealth funded services. From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events. Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by. Benefits of working with ISLHD. We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work‑life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include: Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full‑time employees) Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre‑taxed salary (eligible full‑time employees) Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements: Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role Aged Care Check Current AHPRA Registration Relevant post‑registration qualification 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 This is a temporarily funded position until 28 February 2026 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding. ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Visit the Stepping Up website here . Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today. #J-18808-Ljbffr