Clinical Nurse Educator

Overview Fixed Term Contract - Permanent Part-Time 64 hours per fortnight For further information about this role, Please contact (Sarah Broad - Operations Manager Organisation Development) on (54610368) or via email (sbroad@mdhs.vic.gov.au). Are you passionate about shaping the future of nursing? Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Nurse Educator and make a real difference in the lives of students, graduates, and healthcare professionals We/'re looking for an inspiring educator who thrives on sharing knowledge and fostering excellence in clinical practice. This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of nursing education, where every day brings new chances to mentor, guide, and elevate the standards of patient care. Responsibilities - Act as an educational resource for students, graduates and staff - Assist with the orientation of new students, graduates and staff to clinical areas - Provide clinical assistance and support to all students, graduates and staff in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care - Utilise practice opportunities to lead innovative clinical learning activities and identify opportunities to review and teach evidence-based best practice to improve the quality and safety of health care delivery - Contribute to the evaluation of current practice by participating in clinical audits and other quality activities - Maintain expertise and currency with health care research, trends and nursing practice - Encourage an active learning environment in which mandatory competency requirements are maintained and improved, consistent with current nursing knowledge and research - In consultation with relevant managers, the Transition to Practice and Further Education Coordinator and other educators, oversee and document staff, graduate and student progress and, if required, develop and deliver learning plans to address sub-optimal performance - If required, liaise with education providers to address unsatisfactory behaviour or performance of students - Review and complete students/' and graduates/' formative and summative assessments and skill-based competencies and documentation - The Nurse Educator will accept accountability and responsibility for their own actions within their scope of practice Why You/'ll Love This Role As our Nurse Educator, you/'ll be the cornerstone of clinical excellence, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice. You/'ll have the incredible opportunity to witness "lightbulb moments" as students grasp complex concepts, celebrate with graduates as they transition into confident practitioners, and collaborate with seasoned professionals to continuously elevate care standards. This position offers the perfect blend of clinical expertise and educational leadership. You/'ll be working in an environment that values innovation, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement – where your insights and expertise directly contribute to better patient outcomes and professional development. Ready to Inspire the Next Generation? If you/'re a dedicated nursing professional with a passion for education and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you Join us in creating a culture of learning that empowers healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care while advancing their own careers. Take the next step in your nursing journey – apply today and become part of a team that/'s truly making a difference in healthcare education and patient outcomes Applicants must include - Resume - Cover Letter: The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play. There are many beautiful areas to explore, along with being located only a short 50-minute drive from the Regional Cities Ballarat & Bendigo, and 2 hours from Melbourne. MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role. #J-18808-Ljbffr