Nurse Unit Manager - Clinical Coordinator - Sustaining Nsw Families - Queanbeyan

We know how incredible a life and career in regional NSW can be and we want to make that possibility easier for essential workers and their families who are considering making the move. Whether it’s just an initial enquiry, or you’re ready to pack your bags, The Welcome Experience can provide local advice on what life is like in regional NSW. Workers will be provided with concierge-like service and information tailored to the specific needs of each individual or family A team member from the NSW Government - Department of Regional NSW called a Local Connector will discuss the concerns, questions and needs of each individual and connect them with the right people and services, to ensure their move and transition into the community is as easy as possible. 

To find out more on what it is like to live and work in Regional NSW click here The Welcome Experience. and register your details via The Welcome Experience registration.

What we offer:

•    Salary Packaging – up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing
•    Corporate Health and Fitness program
•    11% Superannuation on top of your gross income
•    Annual Leave Loading

Where you'll be workingThere is an abundance of lifestyle benefits available to you in country NSW and you will be amazed at what you will have access to - and it all comes without the queues and crowds of a big city. Queanbeyan has enviable lifestyle and affordable property surrounded by an eclectic mix of small towns and villages. Canberra is just a 5-minute drive away, you can enjoy all the attractions of the nation’s capital along with fabulous restaurants. Connect easily and quickly with the world through the Canberra International Airport, with the beach and ski fields just 2 hours away. Imagine Rural - Southern NSW Local Health District

What you'll be doingThe Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the operational management and leadership of the Sustaining NSW Families (SNF) nurse led home visiting program to vulnerable families from pregnancy to age 2. The coordinator is a nurse who retains a clinical role within the team through clinical assessments and clinical staff supervision by holding a small caseload and relieving during periods of leave. 

Selection Criteria

1. Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with at least 5 years post-registration experience; post-graduate qualification in Child and Family Health Nursing; and at least 3 years clinical practice in Child and Family Health Nursing.
2. Extensive and demonstrated child and family health nursing experience, and knowledge, with demonstrated ability to direct and coordinate the SNF service.
3. Experience working with vulnerable families and a demonstrated understanding of early intervention, including the theoretical basis that underpins sustained home visiting, prevention, and community development.
4. Demonstrated experience in managing a team operationally, service planning, and quality improvement processes.
5. Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide others to analyse problems, apply a range of solutions, and adapt to ongoing change to reach their full potential.
6. Demonstrated experience and/or knowledge in the identification of education needs, education program development, delivery, and evaluation.
7. Ability to develop and nurture internal and external relationships through excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
8. Evidence of a current unrestricted drivers’ licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances and overnight stays.

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific DiseasesThis is a Category ‘A’ position, please read and understand NSW Health policy directive .  All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. OASV requirements also include proof of vaccination against influenza and is compulsory for NSW Staff that enter any Residential Aged Care Facility (RACF) or who work in NSW Health owned and operated RACFs.

All NSW Health workers are required to have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful.

Australian Work RightsPlease note that to apply for this position you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia by way of your own Temporary Visa. www.immi.gov.au

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For role related queries or questions contact Claire Blewett on 0448 643 *** or  **************@health.nsw.gov.au