Aboriginal Patient Experience Nurse Educator
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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Educator Grade 1
Remuneration: $126,903.50 - $130,524.69 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Negotiable within Wester NSW LHD,– Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 12 April 2026 – 11:59pm
Aboriginal Nurse Educator - Patient Experience
Quality Clinical Safety and Nursing Directorate
About the role
Help shape culturally safe care and improve Aboriginal patient, family and carer experiences across Western NSW.
A district-wide role for a nurse educator who identifies as Aboriginal, who can combine cultural knowledge, education expertise, stakeholder engagement and leadership to collaboratively develop, implement and evaluate education, supporting best practice and improving Aboriginal patient, family and carer experiences and outcomes.
About the role
You will consult with managers, educators, clinicians and stakeholders to plan, deliver and evaluate education across staff levels and service contexts in line with local plans and state and national programs and standards.
As a clinical expert, you will maintain currency of knowledge and expertise, contribute to research and quality improvement projects, and ensure maintenance of data and evidence.
What you’ll bring
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate experience in developing, delivering and evaluating education, especially as related to healthcare and health literacy. You will bring high-level communication, facilitation, problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, along with the ability to motivate and engage others in practice development.
You will bring developed consultation and negotiation skills across diverse stakeholders, the ability to balance competing priorities, and a commitment to fostering innovation and continuous improvement in person-centred practice and partnerships with patients, families and carers.
Why this role matters
This is a District wide role working in collaboration with other Directorates to improve capability, strengthen processes and build a stronger safety culture across clinical teams. In this position, your work will directly support person-centred care, Aboriginal patient service improvement and the development of more culturally safe, effective healthcare experiences.
Why Western NSW?
Western NSW is rich in Aboriginal culture, strong communities and diverse landscapes. Aboriginal people make up 13% of our population. Working with us offers the chance to do district-wide work with the opportunity to make a visible impact across multiple services and communities.
Join us
If you are passionate about nursing education, culturally safe care and improving Aboriginal patient experiences, this is an opportunity to influence practice across Western NSW in a role with real purpose and reach.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
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Role-related enquiries: Please contact Terri Latimore on 0422011755 or at Terri.Latimore@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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