Job Title: Clinical Nurse Educator
Clinical nurse educators play a pivotal role in shaping the nursing profession by fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning. They are responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that enhance the clinical skills and knowledge of nurses. This position is an opportunity to join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care and advancing the field of nursing.
Job Description:
As a Clinical Nurse Educator, you will be responsible for providing educational support to nurses working in a variety of settings, including wards and intensive care units. Your primary focus will be on developing and delivering educational programs that address specific clinical competencies and skills required by nurses to provide quality patient care.
You will work closely with senior clinicians, managers, and other stakeholders to identify educational needs and develop innovative solutions to meet those needs. Your expertise will be sought after to inform policy and procedure development, and you will contribute to the development of curricula and education frameworks.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing education, experience working in a clinical setting, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be able to think creatively and strategically, and demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and deliver educational programs that address specific clinical competencies and skills required by nurses.
* Collaborate with senior clinicians, managers, and other stakeholders to identify educational needs and develop innovative solutions.
* Contribute to the development of curricula and education frameworks.
* Provide educational support to nurses working in a variety of settings, including wards and intensive care units.
Selection Criteria:
* Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Relevant post-registration clinical or education qualifications, and/or current Certificate as a Workplace Trainer and Assessor.
* Minimum 3 years' experience in the relevant Oncology field with a demonstrated knowledge of competency/skills requirements for staff to achieve quality clinical care.
* Demonstrated experience as a preceptor/mentor/coach with the proven ability to use contemporary education and teaching methods to develop and motivate staff towards a learning culture.
What We Offer:
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
* Professional growth and development opportunities.
* A competitive salary package.
* Annual leave loading.
How to Apply:
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your application through our online portal. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all age groups, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people who identify as neurodivergent.