Nurse Practitioner - Alcohol And Other Drugs - Nnswlhd

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time / Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Practitioner
Remuneration: $65.76 - $70.41 per annum
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ360051

Providing a high level of evidence based nursing care within the specialty area of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) to improve access of care and addressing gaps in existing health care services through the provision of a flexible and innovative model of care. Providing clinical and professional leadership as an expert in the clinical field and undertaking comprehensive health assessments as well as collaborating and consulting with other members of the health care team to plan, implement and evaluate care. This integrated approach will support best practice and maximise patient care outcomes. The Transitional Nurse Practitioner is appointed for a provisional period of up to three (3) years until the applicant meets the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) requirements for nurse practitioner endorsement.

If you have:

• Nurse Practitioner: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and endorsement by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Nurse Practitioner with a minimum of 5 years' full time equivalent post registration experience with at least 3 years' full time experience in Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) and post graduate qualifications relevant to the area of clinical specialty. Transitional Nurse Practitioner: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, at least 5 years' full time equivalent post registration experience and at least 3 years' full time equivalent experience in AOD with post graduate qualifications relevant to the area of clinical specialty. Valid unrestricted drivers’ licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment
• Demonstrated advanced clinical skills, competence and leadership in the assessment, treatment and management of patients with AOD care needs, in particular, patients of the AOD Pharmacotherapy Program
• Demonstrated understanding of integrated care and proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary framework and mixed clinical environment

We can offer you:

• Flexible and supportive work environment
• Diverse career pathways
• Professional and personal development
• Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
• Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles, and
• The opportunity to make a difference!

Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.

NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. For help with your application to this role visit , our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

• To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information please see
• You may be subject to a probationary period of three months from the date of appointment to this position.

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For role related queries or questions contact Patricia Collie on Patricia.Collie@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close:21 December 2022