Clinical Nurse Specialist - Case Manager - Targeted

If you possess attention to detail, diligence in documentation, strong organisational skills, and emotional resilience, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position. Join us in delivering exceptional care and making a difference in rehabilitation nursing.Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $109,945.46 - $113,556.22 Per Annum + 11% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ496625Location: Awabakal Country - John Hunter Hospital | Rankin Park Centre BasedWhilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.The role:As a Clinical Nurse SpecialistCase Manager, you will play an important part in initiating, developing, implementing, and evaluating strategic changes, whilst having a lead role in quality activities, education development, research projects, and governance processes within the department. Your extensive experience in rehabilitation, coupled with exceptional communication skills, self-motivation, and organisational abilities, will contribute significantly to our patient care standards.The role of Case Manager necessitates overseeing the entire patient journey, from initial handover to discharge planning. You will prioritise tasks to meet KPIs and facilitate smooth patient flow within the hospital, emphasising early discharges where appropriate. Your leadership on the ward will set a high standard of nursing care and professionalism, essential in managing complex family circumstances and advocating for patients' needs. You'll contribute to the development of specialty clinical practice and service delivery in rehabilitation nursing, mentoring, and guiding less experienced healthcare practitioners and team members.Supported by the Nurse Unit Manager and Head of Department, you will provide individualised, case-managed complex patient care and leadership within rehabilitation to maximise health outcomes. Using your advanced clinical skills and professional judgment, you will assess, plan, organise, evaluate, and deliver specialist high-quality nursing care tailored to achieve optimal clinical outcomes for each patient.Where you'll be working:This is an opportunity to work for the largest employer in the region which services a population of more than 900,000 across the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast areas. John Hunter Hospital is a Level 6, tertiary referral, major trauma and teaching hospital and is the largest hospital in the Hunter New England Local Health District.The NSW Government has committed $835 million to redevelop the John Hunter and John Hunter Children's Hospital. The John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct project will deliver an innovative and integrated precinct with industry-leading facilities. The project will work in collaboration with health, education, and research partners to meet the current and future needs of the greater Newcastle, Hunter New England, and Northern NSW regions.Benefits:

• Handover period and supernumerary shifts.
• Facility orientation if you are new to John Hunter Hospital.
• Career development opportunity (case management in other departments/Clinical Nurse consultancy).
• Twice a year there is a Case Manager workshop day.
• ADO's each month (for full time employees).
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.

Requirements:

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years experience working in rehabilitation, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.

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for this position.For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Drinkwater on Michelle.Drinkwater@health.nsw.gov.au.Applications Close: Monday, 8th July 2024Information for Applicants:To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: .This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.Connect with us on and !#AboriginalEmployment