Nurse Educator Grade 2, Drug

Looking for a way to make a real impact on our community? Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce utilising innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions to professionally support people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use.

$131, $134,500.70 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Illawarra Drug & Alcohol Service (iDAS) | REQ604994 | Grade: Nurse Educator Grade 2 | Applications close: 23 September 2025

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

The Nurse Educator role will provide for the planning, development, delivery and evaluation of education programs at the facility level to support development of evidence-based, person-centred care within the Drug and Alcohol Service. Such education may include orientation and/or transitioning for new nursing staff and casual nurses as well as meeting the ongoing educational needs of existing nursing staff and supporting the clinical placement of students.

The Nurse Educator will work in collaboration with the D&A Service Nurse Unit Manager/ Nurse Manager and the wider hospital teams to develop, implement and evaluate clinical education programs relevant to the D&A specialty, provide clinical supervision at point of care and an ongoing focus on quality and safety.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Descriptionhere.

A little about us.

The Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) teamwork for the greater good through an open, flexible and dynamic, strengths-based approach. We listen to understand, not label. We are an inclusive and committed team where staff are encouraged to bring their whole self to work and are proud that our team is as diverse as the vibrant communities we support.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

• Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

• Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay

• Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

• Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

• Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information

• Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

• Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current AHPRA Registration
• Recent extensive experience in clinical practice within Drug and Alcohol nursing
• Evidence of post registration clinical OR education qualifications relevant to the clinical area OR qualifications deemed equivalent by the employer
• Valid NSW Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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