Clinical Nurse Consultant - Aged Care

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#FEATURE Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1 Remuneration: $143,574.55 - $146,512.21 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week: 38 Applications Close: 3 August 2026 – 11:59pm Clinical Nurse Consultant - Aged Care Bathurst Health Service About the role Join the Aged Care Team at Bathurst Health Service as a Clinical Nurse Consultant and help build a new multidisciplinary model focused on supporting older people earlier, coordinating care more effectively to minimise hospital stays. The aim of the Aged Care Team is to identify healthcare needs earlier, plan care more holistically and support older people before their needs escalate into crisis. You will be part of complex decision-making, contribute your professional judgement and work across hospital, community, primary care and residential aged-care services. You will work as part of a connected multidisciplinary team where each professional brings its expertise and care is planned together. As the Clinical Nurse Consultant, you will provide expert consultation to older people, their families and carers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team to achieve the best healthcare outcomes. To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website. To apply for this role: · Click ‘Apply’ · Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login · Upload your current resume · Answer the selection criteria Role-related enquiries: Please contact Melissa Belfanti on (02) 6330 5310 or at melissa.belfanti@health.nsw.gov.au for more information. Additional information for applicants: · All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons. · This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary). · Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey. · Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian · Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. · To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards · For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD