Clinical Nurse Educator

Shape the future of nursing excellence - lead, inspire, and elevate education across one of NSW's premier health networks as our Clinical Nurse Educator for Leadership and Excellence.

Remuneration: $ $ Per annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country

Requisition ID: REQ608845

Applications Close: Sunday 26th October 2025

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

Clinical Nurse Educator – Leadership and Excellence

As our Clinical Nurse Educator for Leadership and Excellence, you will partner across the John Hunter Hospital network - engaging stakeholders from Service Managers to Ward Clerks - to uphold our unwavering commitment to exceptional patient care. In this pivotal role, you will design, implement and evaluate a suite of educational curriculum and programs that serve both the local hospital and the broader district.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Architect: Develop, roll out and refine comprehensive learning pathways for all staff - from new graduates and postgraduate students to undergraduate nursing placements and new employees.
• Educational Champion: Offer expert leadership, mentorship and support to our team of Clinical Nurse Educators, fostering continuous professional growth.
• Academic Collaborator: Partner with tertiary institutions and specialty Clinical Nurse Educators to co-create, launch and assess postgraduate nursing courses.
• Strategic Planner: Lead the planning and deployment of targeted educational strategies for the Ward/Unit/Service nursing workforce, ensuring alignment with district‑wide excellence standards.
• Ongoing Support & Development: Benefit from direct backing by the John Hunter Hospital Executive Team, with tailored professional development and a structured job-share handover to set you up for success.

Bring your passion for education, leadership savvy and commitment to best‑in‑class care - and help us empower every member of our nursing community to deliver outstanding outcomes, every patient, every time.

Where you'll be working:

Nestled in the tranquil greenery of New Lambton Heights, John Hunter Hospital boasts an exceptional location just moments from Newcastle's vibrant city centre. This world-class medical facility combines convenience and accessibility, serving patients and visitors from across the Hunter region and beyond. Surrounded by lush parks and serene landscapes, the hospital offers an ideal environment for healing and recovery, perfectly complementing its cutting-edge healthcare services.

With seamless connections to major roads and public transportation, John Hunter Hospital stands as a beacon of excellence in both care and convenience, catering to the needs of its diverse community with ease and grace.

At Hunter New England Healthenjoy 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

Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)

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

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with full AHPRA registration and who holds relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications or such education and clinical experience deemed appropriate.
• Current Workplace Training and Assessment Cert IV or willing to work towards.

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

• Demonstrated experience in a management role.

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can't wait to hear from you

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• 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- for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
• 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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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:

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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.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or

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.

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