Clinical Nurse Educator

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Location: Lithgow Hospital

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator

Remuneration: $55.31 - $57.11 per hour + rural incentives

Hours Per Week: 32

Requisition ID: REQ601328

Application Close: 04/09/2025

Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme Available - In accordance with the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (PD2024_012), this position has been recognised as hard to fill/ critical to fill and may have an incentive attached to this position. Please visit NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme for additional information. #ruralhealthincentives

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.

Located in South Bowenfels, the Lithgow Campus is considered as a comprehensive community health centre supporting approximately 20,000 people living in the town and surrounding areas. The services available in Lithgow hospital include Domiciliary care unit, Emergency department, Geriatric assessment unit, Obstetric services, Paediatric service, Drug and Alcohol unit.

Step into a pivotal role at Lithgow Hospital as a Clinical Nurse Educator within our dynamic Inpatient Unit. This unit delivers care across a broad spectrum, including medical, surgical, palliative, chronic and complex conditions, as well as aged care, making it an ideal environment for a passionate educator ready to make a lasting impact. You'll collaborate closely with the Nursing Unit Manager and a dedicated team of Clinical Nurse and Midwife Educators to drive excellence in clinical education, training and support.

In partnership with Nursing and Midwifery Unit Managers, you'll lead the design, delivery and evaluation of targeted development programs that empower staff and elevate patient care. If you're ready to shape the future of nursing in a role that blends leadership, mentorship and clinical expertise, this is your moment. Apply Now

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Benefits Available To Eligible NBMLHD Employees

• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.

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What You Will Bring To The Role

• Current registration to practice as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA)
• Relevant clinical/education post registration qualification
• Recent extensive clinical experience deemed appropriate by the selection panel
• Demonstrated ability to identify learning needs and to plan, develop, deliver and evaluate education
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills including the ability to work in a consultative manner
• Demonstrated previous experience in clinical teaching, mentoring and preceptorship
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a team environment
• Commitment to working with NMUM to establish and maintain a learning environment that values and encourages learning and reflective practice

Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

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For role related queries or questions contact Danell Thompson on Danell.Thompson@health.nsw.gov.au