Join a fantastic team in Glen Innes where your contributions to educating our team will enhance patient care in across our hospital, all whilst enjoying the scenic beauty of our region!
Remuneration: $55.32 - $57.11 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until Jan 2026
Hours per week: 20
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Location: Glen Innes District Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ605266
Applications Close: Monday, 6th October 2025.
At Glen Innes District Hospital, we are seeking an experienced, compassionate and dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator to join our team. As our newest team member, you will play a vital role in delivering competent education to our junior staff, which will in turn allow our nurses to provide care to patients with varying levels of illness or injury, supporting them and their families through what can often be distressing circumstances. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while working in a supportive, team-oriented workplace.
You won’t be working alone. The selected candidate will be supported by the Health Service Manager, the Nurse Unit Managers, and will be provided a thorough orientation program including supernumery days. Ongoing professional development opportunities are always encouraged and supported by the leadership to align with your future goals.
Key responsibilities:
Deliver competent nursing education in a hospital-wide capacity.
Contribute to the development of colleagues and identify learning needs
Support less experienced staff and acts as preceptor for new staff (when delegated this function)
Support the orientation of new staff to the hospital
Provide day to day clinical education support and clinical supervision at the point of care
Provide 1:1 informal education
Provide support for skill development in clinical procedures, professional development, clinical policy development.
Implement and evaluate education programs
Essential criteria:
Current Registered Nurse with AHPRA plus relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications and clinical experience.
Where you’ll be working:
1) Conveniently situated at the crossroads of the New England and Gwydir Highways, Glen Innes offers easy access to major cities like Brisbane and Sydney, as well as the stunning landscapes of Outback Australia and the NSW North Coast. Making weekend trips easily accessible!
2) Access to 11 various schooling institutions including childcare, primary schools, and high schools throughout the district.
3) Truly affordable living with the median house price at $350,000! That’s 78% lower than the state average price!
4) Glen Innes provides all essential amenities and has a vibrant scene, offering restaurants, eateries, libraries and conveniences.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
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3) An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies
4) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Emma Clifton Smith | Emma.CliftonSmith@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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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. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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 HNELHD 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 nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
HNE 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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