CCLHD - Clinical Nurse Educator - Division of Medicine

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until Oct 27
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $60.84 - $62.82 per hour 
Hours Per Week: 32
Location: Gosford
Requisition ID: REQ669974
Applications Close: Sunday 12th July 2026 at 11.59pm

This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

Clinical Nurse Educator 

Join our team as a Clinical Nurse Educator and play a pivotal role in shaping clinical excellence through education, mentorship, and workforce development. This temporary part-time opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care while supporting the growth and success of nursing staff in a dynamic hospital environment.

We are seeking a motivated, experienced, and passionate Clinical Nurse Educator who is ready to make a meaningful impact by leading, supporting, and developing nursing staff through education, mentorship, and clinical guidance, while fostering a culture of learning, safety, and continuous improvement to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centred care across the hospital setting.

About the Role

As a Clinical Nurse Educator within our service, you will play an essential role in supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality, and evidence-based care by developing, mentoring, and guiding nursing staff to meet the needs of patients with diverse and complex presentations. You will:

• Deliver education, clinical support, and mentorship to nursing staff to enhance capability and practice standards.
• Develop and facilitate evidence-based learning programs aligned with organisational priorities and clinical best practice.
• Support competency assessment, clinical supervision, and professional development across the nursing workforce.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives that promote safe, effective, and patient-centred care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support consistent, high-quality clinical education and service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of education activities, staff competencies, and professional development

This is an opportunity to build strong, meaningful professional relationships with nursing staff, students, and multidisciplinary teams while being fully supported by a collaborative education team renowned for its expertise, kindness, and commitment to fostering a positive learning culture.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description 

 About You

You will bring a strong commitment to high-quality clinical education and a passion for supporting nurses to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care. You will have:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and relevant postgraduate qualifications (or working towards).
• Demonstrated clinical expertise and experience in a hospital or relevant acute care setting.
• Strong skills in education, coaching, and supporting the professional development of nursing staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence a range of stakeholders.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and fostering a positive learning culture.

 Applicants must have current Australian work rights. We are unable to consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

 Benefits

 At Central Coast Local Health District, you’ll be supported to grow, thrive, and succeed.

 Work-Life Balance

• Accrued day off each month (ADO)
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Paid parental leave

 Financial Benefits

• Salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay
• Novated leasing options
• Relocation assistance (where eligible)

 Health & Wellbeing

• Discounted gym access through Fitness Passport
• Free flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
•  Access discounted private health insurance

Career Growth

• Access to professional development and education
• Secondment and career‑advancement opportunities across the District

Need More Information?
Michelle Beringer
Phone: 02 4320 3686 
Email: Michelle.beringer@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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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. 

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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