This is a targeted position in accordance with Policy Directive (PD2016_053) NSW Health Good Health - Great Jobs: Aboriginal Workforce Strategic Framework 2016 - 2020. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent who meet the selection criteria. Exemption is claimed under S21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality by providing documentation before the interview in addition to addressing the selection criteria. For information on Confirmation of Aboriginality requirements clickhere.

In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal applicants then applications from non-Aboriginal applicants will be considered.

About the Position:

The successful candidate will work Monday - Friday and will lead the day-to-day operations of the Immunisation team along with future planning, priority setting, lead and/or contributing to research activities. Collaboration with service providers and the State immunisation network is imperative in this role and maintaining partnerships is crucial to maintaining and improving immunisation coverage in HNELHD.

About the Team:

The Immunisation team is part of the Health Protection service, HNE Population Health. HNE Population Health monitors health threats, responds to environmental and communicable disease issues, and promotes policies, environments, and behaviors that improve health for individuals and communities. Located on the land of the Awabakal people Wallsend Population Health is on the historic Wallsend Health campus where you can enjoy free parking and convenient access to the expressway and local shopping centres.

Our Immunisation team is a dynamic, welcoming, and supportive group who work collaboratively with immunisation providers to:

• maintain and improve immunisation coverage in HNELHD through surveillance and monitoring
• close the gap in immunisation coverage between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal children
• tailor immunisation programs for communities
• deliver the school vaccine program
• review adverse events following immunisation
• deliver immunisation updates and education
• participate and lead immunisation-related research and much more!

If this sounds like you, we’d LOVE to see you apply:

The successful applicant will be a capable leader who can successfully participate and collaborate in a supportive team environment and with a variety of external partners.

Your strengths will include:

• An in-depth knowledge of the multiple programs within the Immunisation portfolio, the related KPIs, and the evaluation of immunisation programs
• Research experience, policy formulation, and delivery of education

Our successful candidate must possess the following:

• Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
• At least seven years post graduate nursing/midwifery with 5 years specialty experience in Immunisation and post graduate qualification (preferably Masters Level) related to Immunisation or evidence of working towards same.
• Willingness to travel as required for the role

What we can offer you:

The role is supported by the Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Consultants and Public Health Physicians.The NSW Health Immunisation network provides Immunisation Clinical Leads, Coordinators, and teams with consultation, collaboration, working groups, regular network meetings, and updates.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD)is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Sustainable Healthcare:Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• Superannuation contributions
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.

Need more information?

1) Click here for thePosition Description
2) Find out more aboutapplyingfor this position
3) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
4)This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
5) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.


For role related queries or questions contact Julie Kohlhagen at[email protected]