Clinical Nurse Specialist - PARU
CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST – PARU
Are you a Clinical Professional seeking a rewarding career? Hunter Valley Private Hospital is looking for suitably qualified Clinical Nurse Specialists to join our busy PARU department.
Fulltime employment opportunity
Easy commute from the Pacific Motorway
Located in a tranquil setting with Staff parking available
Inclusive, values-led workplace
About the role:
This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred nursing care through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual care plans. Working collaboratively with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team, you will support positive clinical outcomes while maintaining a safe and supportive care environment. The position plays an integral role in fostering effective communication, promoting partnership in care decision-making, and ensuring the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing practice.
About us:
Hunter Valley Private Hospital is located in Shortland, NSW, on the fringe of Newcastle with easy access to the Pacific Motorway, local universities and the Hunter Valley region.
As an independent 83-bed facility, we provide medical, rehabilitation and surgical services supported by a five-theatre operating suite. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in high patient satisfaction outcomes and strong relationships with referring clinicians.
Why Join Hunter Valley Private Hospital?
- Easy commute with free onsite parking
- Supportive, inclusive and values-driven workplace
- Flexible full-time, part-time and casual opportunities
- No on-call requirements
- No weekend commitments
- Christmas and New Year theatre shutdown
- Ongoing professional development and education support
- Fitness Passport and employee wellbeing initiatives
- Access to Healthscope employee benefits and discounts
- Work-life balance focused rostering
Key responsibilities:
- Deliver quality-nursing care by Assessing, Planning, Implementing and evaluating individual patient care
- Provide a standard of care according to the individuals level of experience and education maintaining high quality nursing care within a safe environment
- Develop and utilise strategies that encourage an atmosphere conducive to effective communication
- Work in partnership with patients and families in decision-making regarding provision of care promoting beneficial relationships
Selection Criteria:
- Current Registration with AHPRA
- Post Graduate Certificate in ICU/CCU Nursing (or working towards)
- Minimum of 5 years Recovery Nursing experience
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality patient care
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
- Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
- Exceptional time management and organisational skills
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
You'll also benefit from:
- Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
- Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
- Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 11th November 2026
To apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to Marina Gardner - Perioperative Services Manager, 02 4944 3746
Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.
If you are successful in the role, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant registered nursing experience against the current Healthscope and NSWNMA/ANMF- NSW Nurse and Midwives' -Enterprise Agreement, a salary ranging from $58.83 - $65.27 per hour
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
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