Employment Type - Temporary Full Time; Temporary Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 80
Job Category - Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)
Req Id - 8219
Clinical Nurse Educator - Acute Services
* Advance your career with Victoria's largest regional health service, supporting education and training across University Hospital Geelong acute services
* Join a dynamic and highly committed team of clinicians in a varied, challenging, and rewarding role
* Benefit from excellent work–life balance in a stunning regional location, close to the Bellarine Peninsula and the Great Ocean Road
* Enjoy job flexible with temporary full-time (80 hrs/fortnight) (long service leave relief), part-time options considered and attractive salary packaging benefits
About the role
Working as a member of the CET team, Educators contribute to a coordinated and interprofessional approach to education that aligns with organisational priorities, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and ensures clinical practice remains evidence based, safe and person-centred.
The Educator plays a critical role in enhancing workforce capability by planning, developing, delivering, and evaluating education and training for Barwon Health's clinical workforce. This position supports the provision of safe, high-quality, evidence-based care by promoting clinical excellence, professional development, and lifelong learning. The role supports the career development of health professionals and contributes to a culture that values learning and strives for best practice
Key responsibilities
* Design, develop, deliver, and evaluate high-quality education and training programs for healthcare staff, ensuring alignment with evidence-based practice, NSQHS standards, and organisational requirements.
* Conduct learning needs analyses using multiple data sources to identify skill and knowledge gaps and inform targeted, competency-based education solutions.
* Foster interprofessional learning and collaboration by working closely with clinical teams, internal stakeholders, and external partners to support a culture of continuous learning and development.
* Ensure education activities are safely and effectively delivered in compliance with safety, quality, information management, and OHS standards, including accurate documentation and reporting.
What we're looking for
* Current professional qualification with active AHPRA registration (or eligibility for professional association membership), with postgraduate qualification in a relevant specialty where required.
* Demonstrated clinical excellence with strong consolidation of practice experience, supported by effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership capabilities.
* Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, lead change, and apply high-level organisational and problem-solving skills in complex clinical environments.
* Strong understanding of education principles and commitment to ongoing professional development, reflective practice, and compliance with Barwon Health EEO and OH&S policies.
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
* Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
* A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
* Extensive professional development opportunities
* Attractive salary packaging benefits
* Living expenses capped at $9,010
* Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards
Additional information
All appointments are subject to:
* Satisfactory Police Record Check
* Immunisation Status Clearance
* Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Sophie WilliamsEmail: ***************@barwonhealth.org.au
Application closing date: 14 May, 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.