Shape the future of critical care nursing education
Lead innovative learning and professional development
Mentor clinicians and drive excellence in patient outcomes
Build critical care capability through education, mentorship and evidence-based practice in a dynamic Intensive Care Unit.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $120,652.50 - $124,565.90 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Blacktown Hospital
Where you'll be working
Blacktown Hospital is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering high quality, patient centred care to one of Australia's fastest growing and most diverse communities. Our Intensive Care Unit is a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation, education and clinical excellence are highly valued. As a Clinical Nurse Educator, you will play a pivotal role in developing a skilled and confident nursing workforce while contributing to outstanding patient outcomes.
In this role you will:
Join a highly skilled multidisciplinary Intensive Care team dedicated to excellence in critical care.
Work in a culture that values continuous learning, collaboration and professional growth.
Contribute to strategic education initiatives that strengthen workforce capability.
Build strong partnerships with nursing leaders, educators and clinical experts.
Be supported to participate in quality improvement, research and professional development activities.
What you'll be doing
As the Clinical Nurse Educator for the Intensive Care Unit, you will deliver, coordinate and evaluate education programs that support clinical best practice, staff development and exceptional patient care. You will provide expert guidance and mentorship to nursing staff while fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. This position works with another CNE on a 12 hour shift roster across Monday to Saturday. The hours of work are 8am to 8:30pm.
Key responsibilities include:
Designing, implementing and evaluating education programs, orientation, induction and ongoing professional development activities.
Supporting nurses to achieve and maintain clinical competencies through coaching, mentoring and competency assessment.
Facilitating bedside teaching and clinical learning using advanced practice knowledge and adult learning principles.
Collaborating with nurse leaders, educators and clinical experts to identify and address workforce education needs.
Driving evidence-based practice, quality improvement initiatives and innovative approaches to education and patient care.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated extensive clinical experience and/ or post registration qualification in the relevant speciality and nursing professional development/education.
Demonstrated ability to lead and implement change within the context of best practice clinical care and workplace culture
Demonstrated ability to design, implement and evaluate clinical education at the ward level, and provide support and guidance to ensure an appropriately skilled and qualified nursing and midwifery workforce, working within appropriate models of care.
Demonstrated effective and high level communication skills including negotiation and conflict resolutions skills in addition to proven ability to motivate and engage people in the clinical setting.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuous improvement whilst ensuring currency of practice in the relevant specialty.
Strong commitment to the on-going development/enhancement of nursing practice within a patient centred, multi-disciplinary clinical environment.
Relevant computer skills including database programmes and data entry.
Requisition ID: REQ662813
Applications Close: 24th June 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Paul Goudie on 0418414851
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
