Clinical Nurse Educator - Anaesthetics and Recovery

About the role

Mater Hospital, a private hospital in Sydney North Shore run by St Vincent's Health Australia, is looking for a Clinical Nurse Educator for its Surgical Services Education Team. The role sits in the Anaesthetics and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) and is a permanent part-time position of 0.5 FTE. The educator enhances skills and knowledge through education based on current best practice.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, deliver, implement and evaluate clinical education needs
• Assist with educational requirements across the organisation
• Provide education based on current best practice to enhance skills and knowledge

Required profile

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRAM
• Minimum 5 years post-registration experience in peri-operative nursing, specialising in anaesthetics and PACU
• Advanced clinical skills in anaesthetics and PACU nursing
• Postgraduate qualification in anaesthetics/PACU nursing
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or willingness to work towards it)
• Demonstrated experience in education, competency assessment, preceptorship and mentoring
• Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or an Australia visa granting work rights for the role; visa sponsorship is not available

Required skills

• In-depth knowledge of National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards, ACORN standards, hospital policy, legislation and best practice
• Knowledge of Department of Health guidelines, workplace health and safety, infection control and their impact on care
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence using learning management systems to monitor compliance, reporting and education completion
• Teamwork, collaboration across departments and disciplines, and strong communication and organisational skills

What we offer

• Pay of $60.78 plus superannuation, with salary packaging perks
• Pre-tax savings of up to $15,900 for living costs and $2,650 for dining and entertainment
• Not-for-profit hospital with a commitment to research and community care
• Fitness passport, discounted private health and cultural recognitions
• Access to research funding and scholarships through The Friends of the Mater Foundation

Applications require a resume and a brief cover letter; shortlisting starts immediately and the closing date is 16 November 2026. Recruitment agencies are not invited to apply.