Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
Permanent Position
Part-time (minimum 64 hours per fortnight), or up to full-time (80 hours per fortnight)
Educator (Major) RN35 Classification
Based at Caulfield Hospital
Enjoy a range of staff benefits
The Department
The Nursing Education Department is committed to providing excellence in education for all nurses. Our overall goal is to act as a support and resource to Nursing Services through the provision of educational activities that support enrolled, undergraduate, registered and postgraduate nurses to provide outstanding nursing care and service. In this dynamic environment, we are constantly exploring new approaches to education and relationships that will enhance Nursing Services' continuous service improvement and development, and meet organisational priorities.
Alfred Health's non-traumatic spinal cord Service is a specialised State-wide, interdisciplinary clinical service for adults with non–traumatic spinal cord damage provided at Caulfield Hospital. It consists of allied health, medical and nursing professionals with specific knowledge to provide best practice care to this complex patient cohort.
The Position Summary
Nurse Educators (NE) are leaders within nursing and education. As members of the Nursing Education team, they role model the values of Nursing Services by exemplifying and promoting excellence in practice and fostering an environment of inquiry and continuous learning. As a recognised resource for staff, the NE assists clinical nurses to achieve optimal outcomes in patient care delivery. Acting as a role model for professional practice, this position is responsible for anticipating and responding to the developmental needs of the nurse and the clinical environment, collaborating with the numerous stakeholders to implement programs that further equip the nurse to respond to the increasingly complex needs of patients.
The Spinal Nurse Educator will provide the expert support and clinical guidance across the continuum from acute, subacute and community. They will lead/contribute to the curriculum development and implementation.
Skills and Qualifications Required
Currently registered as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia
A postgraduate certificate (at minimum) in education and working towards a Master of Nursing or Education
Previous experience in an education or education support role
Demonstrated extensive relevant clinical knowledge/experience in spinal, spinal rehabilitation, or an experienced rehabilitation nurse in a clinical leadership role
Demonstrated in-depth understanding of nursing scope of practice and supervision/delegation
Staff Benefits
Generous salary packaging and novated leasing are available through Maxxia
Access to health and well-being incentives
Discounted health insurance
Staff Car Parking (subject to availability)
If you are interested in this position or would like any further details, please contact:
Brianna Wilson– Education Coordinator, Home Acute and Community, Speciality Medicine & Infectious Disease
9076 5376 | ******
Jacqui Morarty– Deputy Director, Operations – Rehabilitation
0429 688 275
Applications close Sunday, 18th May 2025
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department's risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
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