Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - Cystic Fibrosis Westmead Hospital (Temp)
Lead specialist Cystic Fibrosis care in a renowned tertiary hospital
Drive innovation, education and research to improve patient outcomes
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Shape the future of a growing statewide and multidisciplinary service
Lead complex care, build clinical excellence and champion better outcomes for people living with Cystic Fibrosis.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to 4th July 2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
Remuneration: $75.35 - $76.85 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Join the Cystic Fibrosis Unit at Westmead Hospital, one of Australia's leading tertiary referral centres, delivering specialised care to adults living with Cystic Fibrosis across Western Sydney and beyond. As part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will play a pivotal role in advancing patient care, clinical leadership, education and research within a dynamic and evolving healthcare environment.
Work alongside expert clinicians in a nationally recognised specialist service
Be part of a collaborative, patient-centred and multidisciplinary team culture
Contribute to innovative models of care and service improvement initiatives
Influence clinical practice through education, policy development and research
Enjoy opportunities to participate in state and national clinical forums and working groups
What you'll be doing
As the Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2, you will provide expert clinical leadership and consultancy to support the delivery of safe, evidence-based and patient-centred care for people living with Cystic Fibrosis. You will work across inpatient, outpatient and community settings, partnering with patients, families and healthcare professionals to achieve exceptional health outcomes.
Lead and coordinate complex clinical care, acting as a specialist resource and patient advocate
Provide expert consultancy, case management and support for patients, families and carers
Drive quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits and service development activities
Develop and deliver specialised education programs and resources for staff, patients and carers
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Contribute to and lead research, data reporting and evidence-based practice initiatives to improve care outcomes
Ready to make a difference?
Join us and help deliver exceptional care, advance clinical practice and improve the lives of people living with Cystic Fibrosis. Apply today and be part of a team that is transforming healthcare through collaboration, innovation and compassion.
Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to delivering world-class health care and fostering a workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria
Registration: Currently authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation
Agency (AHPRA)
Selection Criteria
Minimum five (5) years full time equivalent post registration experience, with at least three (3) years full time equivalent experience in Respiratory Medicine, Cystic Fibrosis or equivalent.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, teamwork and problem-solving skills. Possesses significant communication skill to be able to interact with any member of the multidisciplinary team, clients, and carers to facilitate effective clinical care, clinical service, and clinical supervision.
Demonstrated experience in, commitment to and active participation in the clinical education of students, graduate, new and junior staff.
Proven ability to provide high level clinical advice and education to guide and support others in providing service excellence for patients with CF, to enhance service delivery.
Demonstrated ability to provide advice to service managers on clinical service delivery, clinical practice, and clinical redesign.
Ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation processes and lead ongoing quality improvement activities with other staff.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing clinical and professional learning.
Demonstrated effective teaching and research skills, with competence in information technology including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Requisition ID: REQ670486
Applications Close: 17th August 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Fonny Bergan on 0428469222
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.
