Clinical Nurse Specialist

Healthscope

Sydney, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-01 → 2026-10-22

Core

Advanced clinical leadership and patient-centred care in a high-volume surgical ward.

Role type

Senior IC Clinical Nurse Specialist (Surgical)

Builds

Safe, evidence-based patient care pathways and clinical governance standards.

Domain

Healthcare / Surgical Nursing

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Advanced clinical assessment, critical thinking, evidence-based practice, staff mentorship, multidisciplinary collaboration, clinical governance, NSQHS compliance, problem-solving

Preferred skills

Postgraduate qualification in surgical specialty, quality improvement experience, private hospital experience

Technologies

Intermediate computer systems

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, high-quality patient care; provide advanced clinical leadership and act as a role model; mentor nursing staff; collaborate with surgeons and VMOs; identify quality improvement opportunities; support clinical governance and accreditation; participate in senior nursing forums.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

About Healthscope

John Fawkner Private Hospital is a fully accredited 186-bed acute care facility providing a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, cancer and critical care services. Equipped with advanced medical, surgical and diagnostic technology, John Fawkner Private is focused on meeting the growing healthcare needs of patients in our local community and surrounding regions. The Hospital has an established reputation as a leading healthcare provider, achieving recognition in many specialties throughout the years.