CCLHD - Registered Nurse - Drug & Alcohol Withdrawal Management Unit

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time until November 2026
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$1,566.70 - $2,199.59 per week
Hours Per Week:38
Location: Wyong Hospital
Requisition ID:REQ679172
Applications Close:Sunday 9 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding career where you can positively impact lives every day? Join the Maruma-li Inpatient Withdrawal Management Service at Wyong Hospital and become part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team supporting people through one of the most important stages of their recovery journey.

About the Opportunity

As part of the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) Drug & Alcohol Service, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients undertaking alcohol and drug withdrawal in a supportive inpatient environment.

This position plays a a vital role in delivering protected, compassionate, and evidence-based care for patients undergoing alcohol and drug withdrawal. In this role you will:

- Deliver compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to patients undertaking alcohol and drug withdrawal in a specialist inpatient setting.
- Assess, monitor, and manage patients throughout the withdrawal process, ensuring safe, high-quality clinical care and accurate documentation.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, patients, carers, and external providers to support recovery-focused outcomes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement through clinical supervision, professional development, quality initiatives, and mentoring of junior nursing staff.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

We are looking for someone who has:





- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated clinical experience in alcohol and other drug withdrawal management, with the ability to deliver safe, evidence-based care.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and clinical documentation skills, with confidence working within a multidisciplinary team.
- A compassionate, non-judgemental approach, with an understanding of harm reduction principles and experience supporting patients with complex needs.
- Resilience, sound clinical judgement, and a commitment to continuous professional development, quality improvement, and person-centred care.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.





Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston‑Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3*** for one-on-one support.

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

- Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
- Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full‑time and part‑time positions.

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📌 CCLHD - Registered Nurse - Drug & Alcohol Withdrawal Management Unit (Central Coast Council)
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