Find purpose and passion in your career with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
$73.15 – $74.61 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time 14 hours per week until 3 January 2027 | Shellharbour Hospital (SHH) | REQ672512| Grade: Nurse Educator Grade 2 | Applications close: 10 July 2026
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
The Nurse Educator is responsible for the planning and development of education and training programs. These programs will serve to facilitate the development of theoretical knowledge and clinical skills, culminating in the provision of safe, quality, person centred patient care. The Nurse Educator will work closely with the Nursing Executive to facilitate and support the delivery of these education programs at the site/service level.
The Nurse Educator will also work closely with the Clinical Nurse Educators, Clinical Nurse Consultants and Clinical Nurse Specialists to undertake the review, implementation, education and evaluation of relevant policies and procedures relating to evidence based clinical practice.
As per the NSW Public Health System Nurses' and Midwives (State) Award 2019 the responsibilities for the three grades of Nurse Educators are as follows:
Nurse Educator Grade 1 shall be responsible for the development and delivery of nursing education courses/programs at the public hospital, or the community based service level.
Nurse education courses/programs shall mean courses/programs such as:
- Post-registration certificates
- Continuing nurse/midwife education
- Transition programs for newly registered nurses and midwives and newly enrolled nurses
- Post-enrolment enrolled nurses' courses
- General staff development courses (where applicable)
Nurse Educator Grade 2 shall be responsible for one of the following:
- A nursing education portfolio (including but not limited to a transition program, enrolled nurse or registered nurse program) across a public hospital or affiliated health organisation.
- A nursing education program for a clinical division or divisions across a public hospital or affiliated health organisation; or
- A nursing education program for a community based health service such as community health or mental health services.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
Shellharbour Hospital is a busy acute care facility which provides emergency services, elective surgical services, general medicine, antenatal and primary family health care, satellite renal dialysis, and adolescent and adult mental health services on site. It's an accredited healthcare facility with the Australian Council on Health Care Standards (ACHS) and is recognised as providing a high standard of care to the community.
Located on the beautiful South Coast of NSW, Shellharbour is known for its spectacular coastal scenery and is only a little over a 1.5 hour drive from Sydney.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current AHPRA Registration
- Holds relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications with extensive relevant clinical experience or such education and clinical experience deemed appropriate by the employer
This is a temporary parental leave relief position until 3 January 2027 with the possibility of an extension at same or reduced hours.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
- Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
- Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Kerry Shanahan on [email protected]
ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.
