Alcohol and Other Drugs Clinical Nurse Consultant

About the Role

Closing Date: 22/05/2026 

• Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture
• Comprehensive learning and growth opportunities
• Inclusive workplace culture

The Drug and Alcohol CNC will be a valued member of the Drug and Alcohol team to provide high quality specialist Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) treatment to patients in the Wodonga Hospital as well as supporting the Albury Campas as required. We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity.

To provide assessment of patients and deliver clinical treatment and care to patients primarily throughout Wodonga Hospital both Emergancy Department and other wards.

In partnership with the Medical team, patients, families and carers and relevant agencies develop treatment plans, service delivery frameworks to promote optimum outcomes for consumers.

In consultation with the patient, family and carers and other care providers, formulate, negotiate, document, monitor and maintain an individual service plan for each patient of the service and complete other documentation, including outcome measures as per service policy.

Actively communicate and implement the comprehensive treatment plan to the patient and provide education and support to families, carers and clients of the service.

Identify, engage and include other key community agencies and service providers involved in the provision of rehabilitation, recovery, support and undertake discharge planning consistant with the patient and family/carers needs to minimise the risk of relapse.

Participate in consultation, aweness and education activities under under the supervision of the AOD NP, develop resources to increase the understanding of substance use disorders and service delivery models for other clinical teams within the health service.

Support the AOD nurse responsible for the Wodonga Hospital withdrawal bed.

Employment Type: This is a permanent fulltime opportunity.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Angela McGuire at angela.mcguire@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028.  This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.
 

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development. 

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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