Clinical Nurse Consultant - Queenstown, Tasmania

About the role

West Coast District Hospital in Queenstown, Tasmania, is recruiting a Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) for a permanent, full-time day position working up to 76 hours per fortnight, starting as soon as possible. Hours can be negotiated with the successful applicant. The role provides expert clinical leadership and consultancy across inpatient and emergency services, supporting safe, high-quality care and continuous improvement in clinical practice.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver advanced clinical expertise and guidance to nursing and multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead initiatives that improve patient outcomes, safety and service delivery.
• Support the development and implementation of clinical standards, protocols and quality improvement strategies.
• Act as a resource and mentor for staff, promoting evidence-based practice and clinical excellence.
• Work within a safety and quality framework with the Nurse Unit Manager and the Director of Nursing.

Required profile

• Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated experience in rural health nursing, contemporary nursing issues and the coordination of nursing practice, with a commitment to primary health care principles.
• Ability to lead clinical initiatives, mentor staff and contribute to strategic planning and service development.
• Experience implementing and evaluating clinical governance frameworks, quality improvement programs and risk management strategies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills within multidisciplinary teams.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications desirable.

What we offer

• Salary of $118,297 to $125,543 per year plus 12% employer superannuation.
• Relocation support up to $15,000 for overseas appointees and up to $10,000 for interstate appointees; accommodation support to be negotiated.
• Visa sponsorship available for eligible UK/IE candidates.
• Study leave, professional development support and a postgraduate allowance of up to 10%.
• Remote and rural professional development allowance of $3,797 per year.
• Salary packaging options including living expenses and meal entertainment.

The application process starts with registering interest through the "Apply Now" button; a recruitment consultant will then contact the candidate.