Clinical Nurse Educator - Cancer Care

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $112,977.04 - $116,639.98 Per Annum + 12.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ620368
Location: Manning Hospital, Taree
Closing: Sunday, 7th December 2025

About the Role

As the Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE), you will lead orientation and ongoing education across three key areas: the Outpatient Oncology Unit, the Infusion Lounge, and the Medical/Palliative Care Unit.

Working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager, you will identify learning needs, design and deliver structured education, and provide one-on-one coaching to ensure staff feel confident, supported, and equipped to deliver safe, compassionate care.

You will also play a crucial role in supporting the service’s quality and safety activities, contributing to audits, incident management, investigations, and performance development reviews.

You won’t be alone in this role! You’ll receive support from the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) of each unit, the facility’s experienced educator network, the Director of Nursing & Midwifery, and the broader Cancer Network across HNELHD.

Together, this strong support system ensures you have guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to thrive in your educator role.

A typical week brings meaningful variety - facilitating education, responding to staff learning needs, collaborating with leaders, and championing high standards of person-centred care across the cancer and medical/palliative care pathway.
 

About Us

Across our three units, you’ll find teams with highly specialised skills and an authentic commitment to sharing knowledge. Our culture is frequently recognised for its positivity, collaboration, and dedication to excellent patient-centred care.

Manning Base Hospital is a busy, large rural referral facility offering a wide range of specialist services. You’ll also be part of the broader Cancer Network within HNELHD, benefiting from collective expertise, leadership support, and strong educator networks across the district.

Why You’ll Love Taree

Taree is a welcoming riverside community nestled along the beautiful Manning River. It offers a relaxed regional lifestyle with all the essentials on your doorstep - health services, schools, sporting facilities, shops, and vibrant local markets.

Surrounded by national parks, riverfront trails, and peaceful green spaces, Taree is perfect for those who love nature and a balanced lifestyle. Coastal gems like Forster and Tuncurry are just a short drive away, making weekend beach escapes, fishing trips, and boating adventures part of everyday life.

With affordable housing, short commute times, and a genuine community feel, Taree is an ideal place to build your career and enjoy a fulfilling life outside of work.

About You

The successful applicant will be: 

• You are an engaged and motivated nursing professional who thrives on developing others and strengthening clinical practice. 

• You bring clinical expertise, enthusiasm for education, and a collaborative approach that uplifts staff and enhances patient care.

• You’re passionate about supporting teams across multiple units, leading with innovation and respect, and ensuring safe, person-centred care is consistently delivered. 

• You mentor confidently, communicate clearly, and create an environment where nurses feel supported to grow and excel - even in challenging settings.

• You also value quality and safety, enjoy working with diverse stakeholders, and take pride in contributing to broader improvement initiatives that make a genuine difference.
  

Benefits
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 

✅ Proximity to shopping and other services 

✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 

✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 

✅ Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 

✅ Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 

✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 

✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 

Requirements: 

• Registered Nurse with full AHPRA registration and who holds relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications or such education and clinical experience deemed appropriate.

• Current Workplace Training and Assessment Cert IV or willing to work towards

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For role related queries or questions contact Donna Nicholson on Donna.Nicholson@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

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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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.  

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. 

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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au  for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 

This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered. 

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

Hunter New England 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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