Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $62.82 – $64.89 ph.
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ665221
Applications Close: 3rd June 2026
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
What you’ll be doing
To provide specialist palliative care support to patients, their families and health professionals.
About You
You hold current Nursing registration with AHPRA and bring at least three years of full‑time equivalent post‑graduate clinical experience.
You demonstrate strong knowledge and advanced skills in specialist palliative care, including last‑days‑of‑life care, pain management, symptom management in life‑limiting illness, and advance care planning.
You bring well‑developed expertise in palliative care clinical assessment, care planning and the delivery of evidence‑based clinical management for patients with complex needs.
You have proven capability in providing professional education in palliative care nursing, contributing to the development of colleagues and the broader clinical team.
You demonstrate a high level of communication skills, ensuring clarity, compassion and professionalism in all interactions with patients, families and multidisciplinary team members.
You work confidently and autonomously while actively contributing to a multidisciplinary team, supporting the delivery of coordinated, patient‑centred palliative care services.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
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 under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination – FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
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For role related queries or questions contact Donna Kennedy on Don••••••••••@health.nsw.gov.au
For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager – MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au
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