Clinical Nurse Educator (Part-Time)

About the role

Maitland Hospital is looking for an experienced nurse to join as a Clinical Nurse Educator on a permanent part-time basis (16 hours per week). Working across its medical and surgical wards, you will use your clinical knowledge to deliver education, support competency development and mentor nurses at all stages of their careers, helping teams deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver clinical education, coaching and mentoring to nursing staff across medical and surgical wards
• Support competency development and help nurses deliver safe, evidence-based care
• Work with After-Hours CNSs, NUMs, the Operational Manager and After-Hours Managers, with additional coaching and mentoring from the Nurse Education team
• Adapt to the diverse needs of a busy inpatient environment and work autonomously

Required profile

• Extensive clinical experience and a strong skillset across medical and surgical inpatient settings
• Demonstrated ability to educate, coach and mentor nursing staff
• Experience as a Clinical Nurse Educator across medical and surgical wards is highly regarded
• Australian citizenship, Australian permanent residency, or a New Zealand passport; temporary visa holders may only be offered employment if no suitable local candidate is found

Required skills

• Strong clinical reasoning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify learning needs and deliver education that supports safe, evidence-based practice

What we offer

• Salary of $124,273.70 to $128,301.89 per year
• Ongoing learning and professional development
• Paid parental leave (eligible employees)
• Salary packaging options, up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport with discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Welcome Experience to help settle into the local community