Employee Type: Temporary Full Time up to 1st of August 2027
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
Remuneration: $149,408.12- $152,392.73 per annum + superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ705471

Position Title: Clinical Nurse Consultant Gde 2 (CNC2), Primary Care - TFT up to 1.Aug.2027- Long Bay Correctional Centre

We are Just the Placeto grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most!

Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

The Role

The Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 Primary Health Care, (CNC PHC), drives programs that will improve physical health outcomes and reduce the risk of early mortality in Forensic Hospital patients. Mental health and physical health are inextricably linked and people with mental illnesses are increasingly likely to develop physical illness.

The CNC PHC collaborates with the Better Living Allied Health stream to develop policy and process to provide high quality; physical health screening, investigations, treatment and health promotion. The position will link with key Network Primary Health Care services and act as an expert for Primary Health Care within the Forensic Hospital.

Particular emphasis of the CNC PHC portfolio is the ongoing practice improvement process using quality and research frameworks. The development and review of guidelines, protocols and policy that reflects best practice is an essential component of the role. They also play an important role in assisting Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (Justice Health NSW), to meet the Performance Targets and Agreement with the NSW Ministry of Health.

Salary & Benefits

Your salary of $$149,408.12- $152,392.73 per annum + superannuation is just the beginning. You’ll have access to:

• Additional allowances that may apply
• Access to salary packaging benefits
• A fitness passport (if you’re eligible)
• Fantastic training & education opportunities available
• A dynamic & varied working environment where no two days are the same

Diversity & Inclusivity

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. We're working with JobAccess and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) to remove barriers in our recruitment process and build a more inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments to take part in this recruitment process, we're happy to discuss them with you.

This is a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Anyone may apply. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Ready to Apply?

The first step is to submit your resume and your answers to the following targeted questions:

1. How have you contributed to service improvement, clinical governance, or evidence-based practice in mental health nursing?
2. Describe your experience conducting comprehensive mental health assessments via telehealth.