Afterhours Clinical Nurse Educator, Auburn Hospital

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking an experienced After Hours Clinical Nurse Educator at Auburn District Hospital. This temporary part‑time role (24 hours/week) focuses on leading clinical education, mentoring staff and supporting evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes.

You will work with Nurse Managers, Educators and Consultants to develop nursing capability, implement education initiatives and contribute to a culture of continuous learning within a supportive hospital

Qualifications

• Registration: Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Qualifications: Clinical Nurse Educator is a Registered Nurse/Midwife with post-registration qualifications or equivalent education and clinical experience deemed appropriate by the employer.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and evaluate clinical education, orientation, onboarding and mandatory training programmes
• Mentor, coach and assess nursing staff to achieve clinical competency and professional development goals
• Facilitate bedside teaching and provide expert clinical support to promote best practice nursing care
• Partner with nursing leaders and multidisciplinary stakeholders to identify learning needs and implement targeted education initiatives
• Lead and contribute to quality improvement, patient safety and workforce development projects that strengthen clinical outcomes

Education

Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Job description

Lead clinical education that shapes safe, high-quality patient care

Empower nurses through mentoring, coaching and capability building

Enjoy a rewarding leadership role in a supportive hospital environment Build nursing capability, mentor future clinical leaders and drive best practice education that improves patient outcomes across Auburn Hospital.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to 02/05/2027) Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator Remuneration: $62.67 - $64.70 per hour Hours Per Week: 24 Location: Auburn District Hospital

Where you'll be working Join Auburn District Hospital, a diverse and community-focused hospital committed to delivering outstanding patient-centred care. As part of a collaborative nursing leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in developing the clinical knowledge, skills and confidence of nursing staff, ensuring excellence in care delivery across after-hours services. Working alongside Nurse Managers, Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Nurse Consultants, you'll contribute to a culture of continuous learning, professional growth and innovation while supporting a highly skilled and engaged workforce.

• Be part of a respected healthcare team dedicated to excellence in patient care
• Collaborate with experienced nursing leaders and education specialists
• Support the development of nurses across a range of clinical specialties
• Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety and clinical excellence initiatives
• Work in an inclusive and supportive environment that values learning and professional development

What you’ll be doing

As the After Hours Clinical Nurse Educator, you will lead the delivery, coordination and evaluation of clinical education programs that support evidence-based practice, workforce capability and exceptional patient outcomes. You will provide expert clinical guidance, mentorship and education to nursing staff while ensuring compliance with legislative, organisational and professional standards.

• Design, deliver and evaluate clinical education, orientation, onboarding and mandatory training programmes
• Mentor, coach and assess nursing staff to achieve and maintain clinical competency and professional development goals
• Facilitate bedside teaching and provide expert clinical support to promote best practice nursing care
• Partner with nursing leaders and multidisciplinary stakeholders to identify learning needs and implement targeted education initiatives
• Lead and contribute to quality improvement, patient safety and workforce development projects that strengthen clinical outcomes

Essential Criteria

• Registration: Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Qualifications: As per the Public Health Systems Nurses' and Midwives (State) Award, a Clinical Nurse Educator is a Registered Nurse/Midwife appointed to a position classified as such and who holds relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications or such education and clinical experience deemed appropriate by the employer.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated extensive clinical experience and 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.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to collaborative and integrated multidisciplinary teamwork, aimed at building and strengthening partnerships with consumers and key stakeholders to provide best practice service delivery.
• 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.

Applications Close: 11th November 2026

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/ .

For inquiries about the role, contact Vidya Chand on [e-mail]

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.