Clinical Nurse Educator - Emergency Department
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ648457 Requisition #
Deliver point-of-care clinical supervision and 1:1 coaching in Maitland's high-volume ED.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time and Temporary Part Time (Until April 2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $56.98 - $58.83 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 32
Requisition ID: REQ648457
Location: The Maitland Hospital
Applications Close: Sunday 12th April 2027
To be eligible to apply for this position the applicant must be a current employee of Hunter New England Local Health District or a current employee of Calvary Mater Newcastle.
Where you'll be working
Join the Emergency Department at Maitland Hospital, working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Unit Manager (NUMs) and fellow Clinical Nurse Educators (CNE) to deliver world-class emergency nursing education. You'll collaborate with key stakeholders across HNELHD to align education with the Emergency Nursing Framework, Excellence Framework and evidence-based practice. This dynamic environment offers the perfect platform to shape clinical excellence in a high-volume, fast-paced emergency setting.
About the role
As Clinical Nurse Educator – Emergency Department, you'll champion evidence-based best practice and person-centred care through targeted education programs that optimise emergency nursing outcomes. You'll deliver and evaluate robust education across all Models of Care (including Triage), provide day-to-day clinical supervision at the point of care, support new staff orientation and preceptoring, and facilitate 1:1 coaching, skill development workshops and in-service programs.
You'll identify learning needs, implement education interventions, contribute to clinical policy development, and drive priorities through HNELHD's mentoring and leadership programs – all while creating a safe, supportive learning culture for staff at all experience levels. Reporting to nursing leadership, you'll work across the CNE team to ensure engaging, relevant education that meets individual and departmental needs.
About you
You're a highly motivated emergency nursing expert with extensive ED experience and a passion for clinical education. You create engaging learning environments, adapt teaching to diverse learners, and thrive in high-pressure settings while fostering continuous professional development.
You bring:
- Current AHPRA registration as Registered Nurse
- Relevant post-registration qualifications in education OR critical care/emergency nursing
- Extensive emergency department experience across all Models of Care (including Triage)
- Proven ability to deliver robust clinical education and facilitate learning
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for team collaboration
- Adaptability in teaching styles for diverse learners and high-pressure environments
These skills and qualities will help you excel in shaping Maitland ED's nursing workforce, supported by the NUM team, CNE colleagues and HNELHD education frameworks.
The Perks
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅Proximity to shopping and other services
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
✅Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
✅Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) An eligibility list will be created for future part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
For role related queries or questions contact Amanda Murphy on Amanda.Murphy2@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health 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.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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