Clinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 1) - HIRAID Inpatient Research - Location to be negotiated

Help deliver outcomes that matter most to our Illawarra Shoalhaven community.

$72.41 - $73.89 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | 2 Positions Available: Temporary Part-Time (32 hours per week) until 25 February 2029 | Multiple Locations | REQ | Grade: Clinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 1) | Applications close: Thursday, 22 October 2026

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The HIRAID® Inpatient study wards are located at Wollongong, Shellharbour, Shoalhaven and Milton Ulladulla Hospitals. Two temporary positions are available at 32 hours per week until 25 February 2029, with the possibility of extension subject to funding. The location of work will be negotiated with the successful candidates.

The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) will support the implementation and evaluation The HIRAID® Framework for Hospital Inpatient Nurses. The project aims to support consistent patient assessment and management by inpatient nurses in Australia by adapting the validated framework: HIRAID® (History, Identify Red flags, Assessment, Interventions, Diagnostics, communication and reassessment).

The HIRAID® Inpatient CNC is responsible for delivering and monitoring of the project across the relevant cluster under the guidance of Dr Baylie Trostian and Prof Kate Curtis. They will be the clinical liaison, working closely with inpatient ward CNCs and CNEs across ISLHD to evaluate HIRAID® and collect data from patients, clinicians and medical records. The HIRAID® Inpatient CNC in consultation with the inpatient ward CNEs will provide support and drive the HIRAID® education where required.



Training and support will be provided by researchers at The University of Sydney and Dr Baylie Trostian. The role requires an experienced nurse, with attention to detail, excellent verbal andwritten communication skills, demonstrated excellence in education and training, an understanding of data collection and knowledge of the ISLHD clinical and administrative systems.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Perks of working with ISLHD.

- - Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- - Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- - Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families




- - Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

- Registered Nurse/ Midwife Division 1 with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and a minimum of 5 years’ full time equivalent post registration experience, and postgraduate qualification relevant to the specialty or working towards same and/or extensive experience.

- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

- Valid unrestricted drivers’ licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment.

This is a temporarily funded position until 25 February 2029 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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For role-related queries or help applying, contact Kathleen Curtis at ************@health.nsw.gov.au.

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.

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📌 Clinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 1) - HIRAID Inpatient Research - Location to be negotiated (City of Wollongong)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 City of Wollongong