Clinical Nurse Educator - General Surgical Ward - Temp PT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ678860 Requisition #
Requisition ID: REQ678860
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 16 hours per week up until March 2028
Remuneration: $62.67 - $64.70 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Campbelltown Hospital - B21 General Surgical Ward
Applications close: 09/08/2026
Contact: Jerico Biala - A/ Nurse Unit Manager, B21 on 0425 635 342 | Jerico.Biala@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Join our General Surgical Ward as a Clinical Nurse Educator and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of surgical nursing care.
- Provide expert clinical leadership and support within a busy and dynamic surgical environment.
- Develop the knowledge, skills and confidence of nursing staff through education, coaching and mentorship.
- Promote evidence-based practice and clinical excellence to support safe, high-quality patient care.
- Design, deliver and evaluate education initiatives that enhance workforce capability and professional development.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to foster a positive learning culture and drive continuous improvement across the ward. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced nurse educator who is passionate about developing others, championing best practice, and making a lasting impact on patient outcomes and staff development.
Are You the Right Fit?
This opportunity is ideal for a passionate and motivated educator who is committed to developing others and driving clinical excellence in surgical nursing. You enjoy mentoring staff, promoting evidence-based practice, and creating positive learning experiences that enhance patient care and workforce capability.
You will thrive in this role if you:
- Have a passion for education, professional development and continuous improvement.
- Enjoy coaching, mentoring and supporting nurses at all stages of their career.
- Are a collaborative leader who can inspire confidence and promote best practice.
- Demonstrate strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and deliver outcomes.
- Value building a positive learning culture that supports staff growth and high-quality patient care.
With a focused two-day-per-week roster working Monday and Tuesday only, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the General Surgical Ward at Campbelltown Hospital while supporting the ongoing development of our nursing workforce.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a post graduate qualification in a relevant clinical field or education post graduate qualification or a combination of education training and clinical experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD.
- Describe your experience in developing and delivering education programs for nursing staff in a general surgical setting. Can you provide an example of how your teaching improved clinical practice or patient outcomes?
- How do you assess the learning needs of nurses with varying levels of experience, including graduate nurses, and tailor your education to meet those needs?
- Tell us about a time you identified a gap in clinical practice or staff knowledge on a surgical ward. What steps did you take to address it, and what was the outcome?
Clinical Nurse Educators play a key role in promoting evidence-based practice. How do you ensure your education remains current, and how have you supported the implementation of evidence-based changes within a surgical ward?
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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