Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2- RHS Education

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This position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (pro-rata part time), under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas. Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2 Remuneration: $128,301.89 - $132,523.13 + Superannuation Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ681405 Location: Broken Hill NSW We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia. Great opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real difference Grow your career with us with training on offer to support your learning Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West. What you'll be doing Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate clinical education programs to support ongoing professional clinical development of nursing and midwifery staff to maintain quality care outcomes for patients and clients. What is on offer 5 weeks paid annual leave per year Monthly ADO Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment. (Pro Rata) Novated leasing Remote Area Housing Benefit Isolation & climate allowance Corporate rates at local gym (YMCA) Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities About the Far West LHD The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare. Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare. About Broken Hill Often referred to as an “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs)! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability. With a population just shy of 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés. How to applyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible: * Current Authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) * Current Certificate as a Workplace Trainer and Assessor (currently Certificate IV) or willingness to work towards and attain certification within 12 months of commencement of position. * Currently FLECC credentialed or willingness to work towards and attain certification within 24 months of commencement of position. * Demonstrated three years' experience providing clinical teaching and education to clinicians using adult learning principles and facilitation skills. * Credentialed in Triage and as an Advanced Life Support Instructor, or willingness to obtain within 12 months of commencement of position. * Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills as a Registered Nurse. * Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, advanced computer skills and use of software programs to develop and deliver education. * Eligibility to drive in NSW and preparedness to drive and travel long distance across rural and remote areas and preparedness to be away from home for extended periods of time, including travelling between district sites and staying in remote areas for work. The Welcome Experience The Welcome Experience in connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Rachel Spangler on Rachel.Spangler@health.nsw.gov.au Applications Close: Friday 21st August 2026 Stepping Up The Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are an Aboriginal person and wish to obtain more information about applying for a role with us, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Empower, listen and act together Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices. At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply. #RuralHealthIncentives