Clinical Nurse Specialist (Respiratory)

• Base Salary of $120,340 per annum (CNS2) as per our Enterprise Agreement + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging via Maxxia to maximise your take home pay (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing).
  
• Permanent, full-time
  
• Be part of Australia's only university-owned academic health precinct where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged.

Lead respiratory nursing excellence at the forefront of advanced bronchoscopy and robotic technology

Are you an experienced respiratory nurse ready to take on a clinical leadership role at the cutting edge of pulmonary care? Macquarie University Health is seeking a skilled and motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist (Respiratory) to lead the clinical delivery of our respiratory service and drive best practice across bronchoscopy, endoscopy and advanced robotic-assisted procedures.

This is a rare opportunity to work within Australia's first and only fully integrated academic health sciences centre, where clinical practice, research and education come together to drive better health outcomes. As a Clinical Nurse Specialist 2, you will bring your advanced respiratory expertise to a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, taking a leading role in the clinical operation of the service and the stewardship of specialised equipment, including our ION robotic bronchoscopy platform.

Working full-time, you will enjoy a fulfilling role that combines expert clinical practice with meaningful leadership responsibility, all while being part of a forward-thinking organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare in Australia.

About the Role

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist (Respiratory), you will take a leading clinical role in the day-to-day operation of the respiratory service, providing advanced, evidence-based nursing care while overseeing the management of scopes, the ION robotic bronchoscopy system and all associated consumables. Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, you will work as a key member of the multidisciplinary team, drawing on your specialist knowledge to deliver safe, patient-centred care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the clinical delivery of the respiratory service, ensuring best practice standards are maintained across all patient care activities.
  
• Providing advanced, holistic nursing care to patients with a range of respiratory conditions, including assessment, monitoring, treatment and education.
  
• Overseeing the management, maintenance and readiness of scopes, the ION robotic bronchoscopy platform and all related consumables, ensuring correct setup, troubleshooting and post-procedure care.
  
• Preparing, assisting and recovering patients undergoing bronchoscopy, endoscopy and robotic-assisted respiratory procedures, ensuring safety, comfort and dignity throughout the patient journey.
  
• Providing clinical leadership and expert guidance to nursing staff, including mentoring and supporting the professional development of junior colleagues.
  
• Collaborating with medical, allied health and academic teams to ensure coordinated, integrated care across the patient journey.
  
• Contributing to quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits and evidence-based practice development within the respiratory service.

About Us

Macquarie University Health is a trailblazer in healthcare, education and research. Australia's first and only fully integrated academic health sciences centre brings together Macquarie University Hospital, Clinics and the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University. We are committed to fostering a collegiate environment and upholding our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion across everything we do.

About You

You are an experienced and confident respiratory nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, technology-rich clinical environment. With strong clinical acumen and a genuine passion for pulmonary care, you bring both advanced expertise and natural leadership to every interaction. You are comfortable overseeing specialised equipment and emerging technologies, committed to continuous learning and evidence-based practice, and dedicated to supporting those around you to deliver the highest standard of care.

Selection Criteria

• Registered Nurse with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with no conditions or undertakings.
  
• Extensive post-registration clinical experience in respiratory nursing, with demonstrated advanced clinical skills and knowledge.
  
• Demonstrated experience with bronchoscopy, endoscopy or procedural respiratory nursing, including the management of scopes and specialised equipment (experience with, or willingness to develop competency in, robotic-assisted platforms such as the ION system).
  
• Proven ability to provide clinical leadership, mentorship and education to nursing staff and students.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams.
  
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, evidence-based practice and professional development.
  
• Relevant post-graduate qualifications in respiratory nursing or a related specialty (or equivalent experience).

How to Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).

Applications Close: Sunday, 9th August 2026, 11:59pm AEST

**We reserve the right to progress or not proceed with applications prior to the closing date, and to close the advertisement early if required**

**Please note this position is only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights**

For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role please contact Bill Egarchos, Talent Acquisition Consultant at bill.egarchos@mq.edu.au.

Why Join Us?

You'll play a key role in shaping the future of integrated healthcare in Australia. You'll join a supportive, collaborative team that is committed to delivering innovative, patient-centred care backed by world-class research and teaching.

At Macquarie University Health, we know working together leads to better health outcomes. This happens when clinicians, researchers, students and staff unite to improve lives through compassionate, coordinated, effective care that is centred around the patient. We are celebrating our 15-year anniversary.

As Australia's first fully integrated academic health precinct on a university campus, we translate research into faster diagnoses, better treatments and integrated, evidence-based recovery pathways. In this environment, our students receive unique, hands-on learning experiences. That's how we Heal. Learn. Discover. ™

We offer fantastic range of Employee Benefits including:

• Salary sacrifices options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us
  
• Post graduate study and ongoing education support through scholarship programs
  
• Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate
  
• Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool

More information about our employee benefits can be found here.

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.