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Nurse Practitioner / Transitional Nurse Practitioner Drug and Alcohol Services Incentives Offered Nowra, New South Wales, AustraliaPermanent FullTime Grade: Nurse Practitioner, Position ID: REQ626699, Application deadline: 4 January 2026 Overview Join the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health Districts Drug and Alcohol Service as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Transitional Nurse Practitioner (TNP). The NP is a registered nurse authorised to work independently and collaboratively in an advanced clinical role, using evidencebased skills to assess, manage and support people with alcohol and drug use. The temporary TNP role offers a threeyear pathway to endorsed NP status while providing autonomy and leadership in care delivery. Responsibilities Perform focused assessment and comprehensive management of clients in the D&A Service, including ordering diagnostics, prescribing medications, and referring to allied health professionals. Develop and implement individualized care plans in line with national guidelines, clinical protocols and the patientcentred, strengthsbased approach of the service. Lead clinical practice improvement initiatives, contribute to research, and support the development of educational programs and clinical standards. Collaborate closely with the Nursing Manager, Managers of nursing units, and the Medical Director to provide highstandard, culturally appropriate care. In the temporary TNP role, progressively build clinical expertise, assume scope of practice authority, and pursue endorsed NP qualification while delivering highquality care. Qualifications & Requirements Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration. Category A vaccination requirements met. Working With Children Check (WWCC). Tertiary qualification at Masters level or progressing toward it. Postgraduate qualification or extensive experience in drug and alcohol nursing. Valid NSW drivers licence. Benefits Allocated Days Off (ADO) one paid day off each month for eligible fulltime employees. Salary packaging and novated leasing options to maximise takehome pay. Fitness Passport discounted gym membership for employees and families. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential support for staff and families. Career progression, professional development, and secondment opportunities. Incentives Rural Health Workforce Scheme Up to $5,000 Recruitment Incentive Package available for eligible applicants. Application Process Read the Position Description, then submit a resume and answer the selection criteria through the online portal. For rolerelated queries, contact Ruth Power at [email protected]. ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD supports a childsafe environment in line with NSW Health Child Safe Standards, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. #J-18808-Ljbffr