Clinical Nurse Consultant (Gde 3) - District Palliative Care Service - Perm FT

Requisition ID: REQ673827

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $153,629.00 - $156,478.31 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (1 WFH day/fortnight) (subject to approval)

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Applications close: 05/07/26

Contact: Janeane Harlum - District Palliative Care Manager and Service Development on Janeane.Harlum@health.nsw.gov.au

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Achieve Something Great

Join a pivotal leadership role shaping the future of specialist palliative care across South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD). As a Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 3 (CNC3), you will drive clinical excellence, innovation, and evidence-based practice across hospital and community settings, supporting patients and families across the lifespan.

Provide expert clinical leadership and advanced practice in specialist palliative care across diverse populations (adult, aged, adolescent, young adult, paediatric, and neonatal).

Deliver strategic and operational advice to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.

Champion evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and innovation within palliative care services.

Lead and support education, training, and professional development for nursing staff.

Provide high-level clinical supervision, mentorship, and support to palliative care nurses.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders across hospital and community settings

Contribute to research initiatives and continuous service improvement.

Navigate complex healthcare environments, supporting teams through change and evolving service demands

Are You the Right Fit?

We are seeking a highly experienced and driven clinician who brings advanced expertise in palliative care and thrives in a dynamic, complex healthcare environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional leadership, communication, and change management capabilities.

Extensive clinical experience and advanced practice skills in specialist palliative care.

Proven ability to provide senior leadership and influence clinical practice at a district level.

Strong capability to manage competing priorities and expectations from abroad range of stakeholders.

Demonstrated success in leading and implementing practice change, including in resistant or evolving environments.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage, support, and inspire teams.

High-level critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Commitment to clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and patient centred care.

Experience in education, clinical supervision, and mentoring within nursing teams.

Ability to support staff in managing the challenges of a constantly changing healthcare landscape.

This is an outstanding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in specialist palliative care, shaping service delivery and improving outcomes for patients and families across the district.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

At least 7 years full time equivalent post registration experience and at least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience in a relevant field of practice relevant to the specialty. Approved post graduate nursing qualifications in a field relevant to the specialty and such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the organisation.

Provide a comprehensive overview of your clinical experience in specialist palliative care, including the breadth of populations you have supported(e.g. adult, aged, paediatric, adolescent/young adult, neonatal) and examples of advanced clinical practice.

Demonstrate how you have contributed to advancing evidence-based practice through education, research, or quality improvement initiatives in palliative care. How did your contribution impact clinical practice or service delivery?

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Position Information

Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

How to Apply

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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

Aboriginal Workforce

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Financial Perks

12% superannuation

Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

One extra day off each month for full-time employees

Work-Life Balance

Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

Paid maternity and parental leave

Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Grow Your Career

Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

Health & Wellbeing

Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport

Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

Temporary visa holders

May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.

Vaccination Requirements

All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

Child Safe Employment

South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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