Clinical Nurse Specialist (North TAS and Surrounds)

About Us

Harwell Home Care is a trusted, family-owned, DVA-approved provider of in-home care services, dedicated to supporting veterans with dignity and compassion. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our team and lead the delivery of complex clinical care in the community.

What We Offer

• Monday to Friday schedule
• Travel cost coverage
• Competitive hourly rate
• Additional pay for nights, weekends, and public holiday
• Supportive and approachable management
• A values-driven, collaborative team culture
• Meaningful work that positively impacts veterans’ lives
• Birthday and service milestone gifts
• Annual Year-End Party
• Company Culture Engagement Activities
• Regular check-ins and ongoing support from your leader
• Access to accredited training and professional development

Key Responsibilities

Complex Wound Care

• Conduct thorough wound assessments (including photography, measurements, and staging)

• Develop and implement individualized wound management plans

• Evaluate dressing types, advanced therapies, and negative pressure wound options

Catheter Management

• Insert, maintain, and troubleshoot indwelling (IDC) and suprapubic (SPC) catheters

• Educate patients and carers on proper catheter care, infection prevention, and early signs of complications

Patient Assessment & Care Planning

• Perform holistic in-home assessments (covering physical, psychosocial, and environmental factors)

• Develop and review person-centered care plans in collaboration with allied health and medical teams

• Coordinate referrals to relevant health and community services

Clinical Leadership

• Mentor and support junior nurses and student placements in the community

• Lead and contribute to the development of clinical policies, procedures, and best-practice guidelines

• Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience, with demonstrated capability in community or aged care settings

• Strong experience in wound care, catheter care, and complex case management

• Proven clinical leadership and mentoring skills

• A current driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle

• Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain

• Unrestricted work rights in Australia

• Excellent communication and documentation skills

• Commitment to best practice, holistic care, and continuous improvement

• Must be available during daytime from Monday - Friday, 20 hours per week

• Flexibility to travel within the local area to support clients in their homes

If you’re a dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist looking to make a real impact and support our nation’s veterans, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your application via Seek.