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Nurse Coordinator

for ADHD in Children

Applications are open until 13 November at 5:00pm

Implementing a shared model of care for managing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in children 

Healthy North Coast is pleased to announce a new commissioned service and is seeking a qualified and experienced Nurse Coordinator to help implement a shared model of care for managing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children.

The Nurse Coordinator for ADHD in Children will implement a shared model of care for the management of ADHD in children, across Northern NSW and the NSW Mid North Coast, by supporting integration between primary care and paediatric outpatients. Effective integration is fundamental to the success of co-management models. It improves the experience and efficiency of care for patients, families and care givers and contributes to improved health outcomes.

The service provider will be responsible for expert clinical organisation, coordination, leadership, integrated and transitional care support for managing ADHD in children.

Impact in the community

ADHD is the most common mental disorder in children, affecting 11% of males and 8.2% of females. If untreated, it can lead to lifelong challenges and an increased risk of substance use disorders, including higher rates of nicotine dependence and drug or alcohol issues. Social disadvantages, such as parental unemployment and poverty, increase the risk of ADHD in children.

In the Healthy North Coast region, covering Northern NSW and the NSW Mid North Coast, there are long waitlists for paediatric services, particularly in disadvantaged areas. These delays can worsen outcomes for children with ADHD, increasing the complexity of their care. Despite having fewer specialists per 1,000 residents compared to NSW and Australia, the North Coast has higher usage rates of specialist services.

Service implementation

The trial program is due to commence in the second half of 2024 and will run for a period of 24 months.

If you are interested in learning more about the role or to view the application, please submit your details below.

We will send you the expression of interest invitation and link to the application form and the information session meeting details.

The expression of interest in includes hours of work, location of work and project fee.

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Nurse Co-ordinator for ADHD in Children

Application details and FAQ

Are you interested in learning more or are you ready to apply for the Nurse Coordinator role for ADHD children? Please fill out your contact details in the above form and we send you the Expression of interest invitation and a link to the application.

If you have questions about the role feel free to register for our information session on 7 November at 12:30 AEST or contact our Commissioning team, details below.

Submissions close 13 November at 5:00 pm.

Submit your details in the form above and we will send you the expression of interest invitation and link to the application form.

The role is advertised as a senior nurse coordination position with key leadership, clinical and education qualities and experience requirements listed in the RFP Section A Invitation. These key requirements are directly aligned with clinical nurse consultant level capabilities and applicants must be a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with potential post graduate qualifications in paediatrics or a relevant clinical area.

Completion of all schedules in the Section B: Participant Return Schedules including ABN and application details, all weighted criteria, proposed project fee and budget, referees, financial capacity, insurances and other credentials, conflict of interest and signed declaration.  

Minimum qualification as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with a minimum of 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience.  

Applicants will be assessed by an evaluation panel against the weighted criteria.

Once you have submitted your application, our team will be in contact with you regarding the outcome of the EOI process over the next 1-2 months.

If you have questions, contact our Commissioning team.

Or register to attend the information session, on 7 November at 12:30 pm AEST.

The position will work closely with the Northen NSW LHD, the Mid North Coast LHD and general practices across the region.

A hybrid working arrangement will be required. It is anticipated that the rollout of the shared model of care for ADHD management in children will initially commence in the Northern NSW region, with the majority of the early program work involving stakeholders in that region.

This will involve a combination of face-to-face engagements in hospital and general practice settings as well as home-based program design and implementation support activities.

The Healthy North Coast Aboriginal Partnership 2024 NAIDOC Week Grants are funded through the PHN Program, an Australian Government initiative.

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