Clinical Nurse Educator - Complex Medical Inpatient Unit
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 14 February 2027 with opportunities for ad hoc full time leave relief.
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: 112977.04 - 116639.98 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ655201
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 27 April 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Sheridan Bourke on sheridan.bourke@health.nsw.gov.au
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
Be part of a groundbreaking service transforming care for children with complex medical needs. Opening in May 2026, the Complex Medical Inpatient Unit (CMIPU) is a purpose built, 21 bed unit designed as a home base for children who require frequent admissions or long term, highly coordinated care. This innovative unit brings together General Medical, Respiratory, Sleep, Genetic, Developmental, and Feeding services, and includes children requiring airway and respiratory support. The CMIPU also incorporates the hospital’s Long Term Ventilation Unit, a highly specialised service providing clinical care, education, and family support for children requiring long term ventilation via tracheostomy. About the Role As a Clinical Nurse Educator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a new model of paediatric complex care—one that prioritises connection, continuity, and wrap around support for children and their families.
You will be responsible for:
• Delivering and evaluating high quality clinical nursing education
• Collaborating with the NUM, existing CNEs, and the hospital’s education team
• Developing and implementing education frameworks tailored to the new CMIPU
• Supporting clinical education across the unit and, when required, beyond it This is a rare opportunity to influence culture, build capability, and support a multidisciplinary team delivering relationship based care for children from birth to 18 years.
What we’re looking for:
A passionate educator with:
• Strong paediatric or complex medical nursing experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and support staff • A commitment to collaborative, family centred care • Ability to develop and evaluate clinical education programs
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
- Responses to the questions below:
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications or such education and clinical experience deemed appropriate by the employer
- Demonstrated effective clinical teaching skills
- Demonstrated commitment to clinical and professional development
- Demonstrated advanced written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge and understanding of NSQHS Standards relating to education
- Knowledge of adult learning principles
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to 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.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary part time vacancies
Need more information?
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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