Clinical Nurse Consultant

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Adult Acute Care - Royal Hospital for Women Join to apply for the Clinical Nurse Consultant - Adult Acute Care - Royal Hospital for Women role at NSW Health . Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1 Remuneration: $130,524.69 - $133,191.02 per annum plus superannuation Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ Location: Randwick, Sydney Applications Close: Sunday, 30 November 2025 Where you'll be working The Royal Hospital for Women is a multi‑faceted tertiary referral and teaching hospital, internationally recognised as one of the world’s leading centres for the care of mothers, babies, and women with benign gynaecological and gynaecology‑oncology conditions. As the only stand‑alone women’s hospital in New South Wales, it offers unique opportunities for innovative clinical practice and is committed to delivering excellence in women’s health care through both practice and ongoing research. Part of the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD), the hospital is co‑located with other major facilities on the Randwick Hospitals Campus—one of the State’s most comprehensive health care precincts. This location supports a rich environment for collaboration and expertise across specialties. Ideally situated between the University of New South Wales and Coogee Beach, the Royal Hospital for Women is just 15 minutes from Sydney’s Central Business District and harbour. Its proximity to some of Sydney’s best beaches, restaurants and sporting facilities offers staff the added benefit of a vibrant lifestyle alongside a rewarding and supportive professional environment. The role Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1 means that the appointed registered nurse/midwife has at least 5 years full‑time equivalent post‑registration experience, holds or is working toward post‑registration nursing or midwifery qualifications relevant to the field, and possesses additional qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the Health Service. The CNC, Acute Care Services is responsible for the provision, maintenance and ongoing development of acute inpatient services to the patients of the Royal Hospital for Women (RHW). The CNC reports to the Manager of Acute Care, Antenatal and Pregnancy Day Stay Services and works closely with the Directors of Anaesthetics, Obstetric Medicine, Nursing Unit Managers of Gynaecology, Gynaecological Oncology, Anaesthetic Fellows and registrars. Key responsibilities include: Providing a complex clinical service that integrates daily clinical assessments across a wide range of acute services, meeting both surgery‑specific and patient‑specific requirements. Leading the provision of a coordinated and effective emergency response system, including adult resuscitation, CPR, management of acute collapse and recognition and management of rapidly deteriorating clinical situations. Participating in scenario‑driven training for maternal collapse and cardiorespiratory resuscitation across the hospital. Supporting and training staff at other facilities in the SESLHD Network on the management of acute emergencies affecting women, including ovarian hyper‑stimulation syndrome, maternal collapse and massive blood transfusion. Engaging in the ongoing development of policy and procedure research and quality activities within the Acute Care Service. Collecting data, liaising with medical and nursing colleagues and assisting with the planning of equipment requirements for the management of resuscitation and acutely ill patients. Benefits Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full‑time employees) in addition to annual leave. Salary packaging options that reduce taxable income and increase take‑home pay—up to $9 K for living expenses and $2.6 K for meal & entertainment & novated leasing. Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members. Discounted private health insurance. Selection Criteria Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse, Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Minimum of five years full‑time equivalent post‑graduate qualification experience. Minimum of one year’s experience in an intensive or high‑dependency setting. Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills across a variety of mediums and knowledge of the practice development framework to clinical practice. Demonstrated involvement in the development of or change to clinical practice underpinned by evidence‑based research. Demonstrated ability to contribute to strategic and clinical service planning. Proven skills in clinical teaching, the identification of education needs in the clinical area, and competency in the use of contemporary information systems. Proven clinical leadership skills and an ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary framework with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in nursing practice. Need more information? Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards. Find out more about applying for this position. For role‑related queries or questions contact Helen Konowec at Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. These have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and inspire positive interactions in the workplace. We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of individual characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social‑economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information. Reasonable Adjustments NSW Health recognises that everyone is unique, and that you may require adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, please email SESLHD‑Recruitment‑RHW‑ and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to physical requirements, interview set‑ups and specific interview availability times where required. Information For Applicants If you have relevant qualifications or experience, please include any supporting documents with your application. 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 of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within 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. SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural background, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals and Indigenous Australians to apply. 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