Role title: Clinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 2)Role type: Permanent full timeDepartment and location: Surgical Program, St Vincent's Hospital, DarlinghurstSalary: $131,870.90 - $134500.70 + super.Better and fairer care. Always.We are St Vincent's Health Australia, Australia's largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services.Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.About the roleThe Stomal Therapy and Continence Clinical Nurse Consultant provides expert clinical leadership and consultation in the assessment, management, and education of patients with ostomies, continence issues and the management of trial of void strategies.Responsible for the leadership, operational and nursing management of Stomal therapy and Continence referrals.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.Educate and train healthcare professionals and patients on best practices in ostomy care, continence management, and skin integrity.Employing a high level of clinical knowledge and judgement to ensure superior delivery of holistic care to inpatients.Management of the nurse led Stomal Therapy Outpatient Clinic and Trial of Void Clinic.Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement, and research projects related to Trial of Void protocols and continence and ostomy care.About youCurrently registered as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency.At least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and in addition, approved post registration nursing qualifications relevant to Stomal Therapy /Continence Nursing or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by St Vincent's Hospital Sydney.Demonstrated leadership ability working in a multidisciplinary health care team with a comprehensive understanding of clinical governance and current nursing issues.Demonstrated evidence of integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical skills, critical thinking and analysis in their daily practice in their current role.Demonstrated effective time management skills and ability to prioritise competing workloads within a complex environment.Why work at St Vincent's?Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our communityDiscounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness PassportAccess to discounted private health insurance with MedibankAccess to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-freeCommitted to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leaveAbout the hospitalIn this role you will be based at St Vincent's hospital, Darlinghurst.A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful locationSurrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beachesA place of expert clinical care for at-risk peopleClosely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campusCentres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional healthSponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.Equal opportunityWe celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.How to applyThe closing date for applications is 5 September 2025.Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert.For more information and to apply, please clickRespectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.
