The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Nurse Educator (Mental Health and Specialist Services) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Deliver, support and take a leadership role with the Mental Health Transition support program
Actively engage in quality activity and research projects and enable a culture of research mindedness
Plan, develop, facilitate, implement and evaluate evidence based clinical education programs to meet services needs
Facilitate the role development of others by succession planning, role modelling and mentoring
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
Credentialed through the College of Mental Health Nurses (or be prepared to work towards a credential in Mental Health Nursing)
A Masters or higher qualification within a relevant area is highly desirable
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent part time (40 hrs per fortnight)
Base salary ranging from $70.92 - $77.00 per hour
About Us
The Mental Health Education team consists of an Assistant Director of Nursing, Nurse Educators and Clinical Facilitators. The team facilitates opportunities for learning and excellence in clinical education, workforce development and growth through coordination and delivery of best practice education services and research within the division of Mental Health and Specialist Services and across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 27 August 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC690233
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