Clinical Risk Resource Nurse
Job Description
Are you an experienced nurse looking for a rewarding healthcare career with opportunities to grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact? Join a supportive healthcare community where professional development, flexibility, and work-life balance are valued.
Lismore Base Hospital is currently seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 (CNS2) – Clinical Risk Resource Nurse (CRRN) to become part of a dedicated team committed to delivering safe and high-quality patient care.
Job Details
- Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
- Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
- Salary: $116,639.98 – $120,469.88 per annum
- Hours Per Week: 38
- Requisition ID: REQ648415
- Location: Lismore Base Hospital, Northern NSW
About the Role
The Clinical Risk Resource Nurse (CRRN) plays an important role in coordinating and delivering high-quality nursing care across the hospital. The position ensures patient care aligns with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s National Standards for Practice for Registered Nurses, along with relevant policies and guidelines from the Ministry of Health (MoH) and Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD).
In this role, you will provide expert clinical advice and support to nursing staff, health professionals, and patients throughout the facility during after-hours operations. Your contribution will help maintain safe, efficient, and responsive care across wards and services.
Working closely with the After Hours Nurse Manager (AHNM), the CRRN assists in addressing clinical care challenges and ensures best practices are followed across the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2, your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating and delivering high-quality nursing care to patients
- Providing expert clinical guidance to nurses and healthcare professionals
- Supporting safe patient care across wards during after-hours operations
- Assisting in the management of clinical risk and care concerns
- Coaching and mentoring nursing staff, including novice and early-career nurses
- Promoting professional development through role modelling and knowledge sharing
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes
This role is ideal for experienced nurses who enjoy mentoring others, improving clinical practices, and contributing to patient safety initiatives.
About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)
Northern NSW Local Health District is a vibrant healthcare community that serves the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Our network of hospitals, community health services, and multipurpose health centres connects communities across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.
We believe that quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand, and we are committed to providing compassionate care while supporting the wellbeing of our staff.
If you are passionate about improving healthcare outcomes and working within a supportive team environment, we encourage you to join us.
Relocating to the Northern Rivers?
For professionals moving to the region, The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers program helps you and your family settle into the community faster. The program connects new residents with local resources, services, and community networks to make relocation smoother and more enjoyable.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
When you join Northern NSW Local Health District, you gain access to a range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing:
- Salary packaging and novated leasing to increase your take-home pay
- Fitness discounts to support your health and wellbeing
- Professional development opportunities for career growth
- A collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunities to build or restart your healthcare career
Additional Information
- Applications Close: 26 March 2026
- Contact for Enquiries: Kym Clements – Kym.Clements@health.nsw.gov.au
Northern NSW Local Health District values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or hold valid working rights in Australia.
This position is classified as Category A, which means successful applicants must provide evidence of vaccination according to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy.
A six-month probation period may apply to this position. This recruitment process may also be used to fill future permanent, temporary, or casual roles.
Join Us
Become part of a healthcare team dedicated to enriching lives and improving health outcomes every day. Your expertise and compassion can make a real difference in the lives of patients and communities across Northern NSW.
