Clinical Nurse Educator
Join us as a Clinical Nurse Educator within the John Hunter Hospital’s Gynaecology and Women’s Health Unit. Use your passion for developing, implementing and evaluating education to provide the best level of care to our Women!
Remuneration: $55.32 - $57.11 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Hours per week: 20
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Nation
Requisition ID: REQ594593
Applications Close: Monday, 11th August 2025.
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
About the Role:
The Gynaecology and Women’s Health Unit, based within John Hunter Hospital, is excited to invite their newest Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) into its team. The CNE plays a vital role in supporting the clinical development of nursing staff, ensuring safe and evidence-based care, and facilitating ongoing professional development within the unit. Each day can be varied depending on patient acuity, staffing needs, and education priorities, but generally includes a mix of clinical support, teaching, and administrative responsibilities.
You won’t be working alone. You’ll be supported by your line manager, the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), and mentorship from our Clinical Midwifery Educator (CME) team will be available. A thorough orientation to the hospital and ward will be provided to our successful applicant. The gynaecology and women’s health unit team prides itself on their inclusive, supportive and empowering team culture, and looking forward to having you join them!
As our new Clinical Nurse Educator, you will have:
- Advanced knowledge of gynaecological and women’s health conditions, procedures, and recovery pathways (e.g., post-op care, early pregnancy loss, uro-gynaecological issues, gynae-oncology).
- Confidence in evidence-based practice, clinical guidelines, and national standards (e.g., ACSQHC, NSQHS, RANZCOG recommendations).
- Skills in complex clinical decision-making, particularly in rapidly changing situations.
- The ability to deliver adult learning principles in both formal and informal settings.
- Skills in developing and delivering orientation programs, in-services, simulations, and bedside coaching.
- Competence in assessing clinical competencies, providing constructive feedback, and supporting reflective practice. Able to adapt education to a range of learners – students, new graduates, overseas-trained nurses, and experienced staff.
- The ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple tasks, balancing clinical support with education delivery.
- The ability to lead and promote change initiatives
Essential criteria:
- Current Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Holds a relevant post graduate qualification (Preferably Masters level) with a demonstrated focus on education, teaching and clinical leadership or working towards same with extensive clinical experience.
- Holds a Current Workplace Training and Assessment cert IV (or working towards same).
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
- Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
- Fitness Passport
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
4) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Jen Haxton | jennifer.haxton@health.nsw.gov.au
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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