Job Description
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Grade 2 – Drug & Alcohol Inpatient Unit
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Join a team that's changing lives.
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Kellyville Private Hospital is seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Grade 2 to join our specialised Drug and Alcohol Inpatient Unit.
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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced registered nurse to provide advanced clinical leadership while delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to people recovering from substance use disorders. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting patients through detoxification, rehabilitation and recovery while mentoring and developing nursing staff.
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About the Role
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As a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, you will:
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Provide advanced clinical assessment, planning and delivery of evidence-based nursing care.
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Demonstrate expert clinical knowledge in the assessment and management of substance use disorders, including the recognition and management of alcohol, opioid, benzodiazepine and other drug withdrawals.
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Monitor patients throughout the withdrawal process, promptly identifying and responding to clinical deterioration and withdrawal-related complications.
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Act as a clinical resource and role model for the nursing team.
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Support and mentor staff through education, coaching and bedside leadership.
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Coordinate patient care in collaboration with medical, allied health and multidisciplinary teams.
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Promote trauma-informed,



recovery-oriented practice.
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Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits and clinical governance activities.
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Assist with the implementation of policies, procedures and best practice guidelines.
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Support safe medication management and clinical risk management.
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Contribute to service development and continuous improvement within the unit.
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About You
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To be successful you will have:
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Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
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Postgraduate qualifications in Mental Health - Drug & Alcohol
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Minimum 3 years' post-registration experience, with demonstrated experience in Drug & Alcohol.
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Previous experience in a senior clinical or leadership role is highly desirable.
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Excellent assessment, communication and clinical decision-making skills.
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A commitment to patient-centred, recovery-focused care.
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Demonstrated ability to mentor and support colleagues.
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Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Knowledge of trauma-informed care.
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Experience participating in accreditation and quality improvement activities.
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Why Join Us?
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At Kellyville Private Hospital, we believe recovery is possible. Our specialised Drug and Alcohol Service provides compassionate, evidence-based treatment in a safe and supportive workplace. We are committed to fostering a positive workplace culture where our staff are valued, supported and empowered to grow professionally.

📌 Clinical Nurse Specialist (New South Wales)
🏢 Important Group
📍 New South Wales