CCLHD - Clinical Nurse Educator - Mental Health In-Patient Services, Wyong Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $2381.70 - $2458.89 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: - Wyong Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ687559
Application close: Sunday 20th September 2026 at 11.59pm
Clinical Nurse Educator – Mental Health In-Patient Services
Wyong Hospital | Central Coast Local Health District
Make a difference through education, leadership and excellence in mental health nursing.
Are you an experienced mental health nurse with a passion for education, professional development and supporting clinicians to deliver safe, evidence-based, person-centred care?
Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Nurse Educator to join our Mental Health In-Patient Services at Wyong Hospital.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a skilled, confident and capable nursing workforce while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes for consumers experiencing mental health challenges.
About the Opportunity
As a Clinical Nurse Educator, you will play a key role in supporting the education, professional development and clinical capability of nursing staff across the Mental Health In-Patient Services.
You will:
- Develop, coordinate and evaluate education and professional development programs.
- Support the orientation, induction and ongoing development of nursing staff.
- Provide clinical education, coaching and mentorship to nurses across a range of experience levels.
- Promote contemporary, evidence-based mental health nursing practice.
- Work collaboratively with clinical leaders and multidisciplinary teams to identify learning needs and strengthen clinical capability.
- Support quality improvement, clinical governance and initiatives that enhance patient safety and consumer outcomes.
- Foster a positive learning environment that encourages reflective practice, professional growth and excellence in nursing care.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, with relevant postgraduate clinical or education qualifications (or equivalent experience).
- Extensive recent experience in a mental health clinical setting, with a strong commitment to high-quality patient care.
- Demonstrated expertise in delivering education, applying adult learning principles, and supporting workforce development.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Confidence using technology to support contemporary clinical education and a commitment to CCLHD’s strategic plan and annual priorities of; 'Trusted care. Better health for everyone.'
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need More Information?
Brendan Burnett
Phone: 02 4394 7809
Email: Brendan.Burnett@health.nsw.gov.au
Click here to find out more about applying for this position.
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
- Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
- Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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