Company Description
Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people. We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging. Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.
Job Description
In this role part‐time (0.4 EFT) permanent position commencing in April 2026, based at Epworth Eastern, you will be responsible for facilitating workplace learning and upskilling through clinical teaching, supervision, assessment, and support for all staff. This includes supporting learners within the following programs—Graduate, Postgraduate, Transition to Specialty programs, as well as other Early Careers programs run through the Academy which aim to assist learners in meeting the academic and/or clinical objectives required in their programs. We are expanding the Cardiac Service at Epworth Eastern and are looking for an enthusiastic Educator to drive learning and staff development. You will be part of the Epworth Education and Learning team and report to the Epworth Eastern Education Manager.
To be Successful in This Role...
You will drive quality and safety within the hospital through education, training, workshops, seminars, and clinical support to aid staff development to improve patient outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience
* Excellent clinical knowledge and skills in cardiac nursing with minimum 5 years' experience
* Proven ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
* Highly developed communication & interpersonal skills including effective stakeholder engagement
* Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and achieve outcomes
* A high level of self‐motivation, accountability and able to work within agreed parameters
* Previous experience in an education role (desirable)
About Eastern
Position Description Inherent Requirements. Located in Box Hill, Epworth Eastern is a state‐of‐the‐art facility with 14 theatres and expansion of ICU to 12 beds. Epworth Eastern maintains a broad clinical focus from cardiac, vascular, orthopaedic and general surgery to oncology, urology and endoscopy services. Our redeveloped site delivers positive, meaningful, and sustainable impact on the health and wellbeing of our community, delivering much needed health care services and facilities in Melbourne's east.
Qualifications
* Current Nurse registration with AHPRA
* Education / specialty focused postgraduate qualification (desirable)
* Cert IV in Training & Assessment (desirable)
Additional Information
At Epworth, it's a community. It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:
* Epworth's enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre‐tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
* The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
* Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
* Ability to purchase additional weeks of leave
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature‐age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier‐free recruitment experience for everyone.
If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.
Ready to make a difference?
To apply, click the "I'm Interested" button and attach your CV and cover letter (as one combined document). For more information about the role, please refer to the attached position description or contact Emma Ozga (Acting Education Manager) Emma.Ozga@epworth.org.au 8807 7554.
It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy. As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you). At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.
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