Associate Clinical Educator, Nursing

University of the Sunshine Coast; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% Superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

University of the Sunshine Coast, Fraser Coast campus in Hervey Bay, invites applications for an Associate Clinical Educator in Nursing. The successful candidate will supervise students during clinical placements, support clinical teaching, and collaborate with healthcare partners to enhance work-integrated learning experiences.

The role requires registration as an AHPRA nurse and a postgraduate nursing qualification (or progress toward one); governance and scholarly teaching contribute to a

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA and postgraduate nursing qualification (or progress toward one).
• Experience in clinical teaching and supervision across simulated, telehealth, or clinical placements.
• Experience supporting student learning through feedback and assessment.
• Strong connections with healthcare providers to support WIL opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide students during clinical placements across varied settings.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to train and support clinical facilitators.
• Build and maintain partnerships with healthcare providers to expand work-integrated learning.
• Contribute to the academic environment through School activities and scholarship in teaching.

Skills

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Clinical teaching

Clinical supervision

Education

Postgraduate qualification in nursing

Job description

• School of Health | UniSC Fraser Coast, Hervey Bay
• Level A, $83,148 - $112,588 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hours per week), ongoing appointment

The School of Health (SOH)

Where Passion Meets Impact - Join the School of Health!

Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well-being of our communities. Together, let's create healthier communities now and for the generations to come.

The Opportunity

Join the Discipline of Nursing team and play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of nursing professionals! Support students as they build confidence, capability and practical skills across simulated, telehealth and clinical placement environments. Working collaboratively with academic and clinical teams, you’ll deliver high-quality clinical supervision, contribute to innovative clinical education practices and strengthen partnerships with healthcare providers to create more meaningful work-integrated learning opportunities.

For more information please visit us online: School of Health

You will

• support and enhance student learning during clinical placements through supervision, feedback, and evidence-informed teaching practices across diverse clinical settings;
• collaborate with nursing leadership to train and support clinical facilitators and contribute to continuous improvement of clinical education delivery;
• build and maintain strong partnerships with healthcare providers to support and grow work-integrated learning opportunities; and
• contribute to a positive academic environment through engagement in School activities, professional development, and scholarship in learning and teaching.

About you:

You are passionate about clinical education and dedicated to shaping the next generation of nursing professionals. You bring strong clinical expertise, a collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to helping students develop the confidence, knowledge and practical skills to become work-ready graduates. You are also motivated to share your expertise, build strong industry partnerships and continually enhance clinical teaching and learning practices.

You will possess:

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a postgraduate qualification in nursing (or progress toward one);
• Demonstrated effectiveness in clinical teaching and student supervision across simulated, telehealth, and/or clinical placement settings;
• Experience supporting student learning through feedback, assessment, and the development of safe, engaging clinical learning environments;
• Strong connections with healthcare providers and/or professional bodies, with the ability to build and sustain partnerships that support work-integrated learning;
• Well-developed interpersonal and collegial skills that contribute to a positive, inclusive academic and clinical learning environment; and
• A demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional and academic development, with an interest in scholarship of learning and teaching.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 22 November 2026.

Position description: 495087_Associate Clinical Educator, Nursing.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact [e-mail]

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.