CCLHD - Clinical Nurse Educator - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Central Coast Local Health District; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

17.5% annual leave loading

Paid parental leave

Relocation assistance

Novated leasing

Job summary

Central Coast Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator for the ICU team at Gosford Hospital. This role blends clinical nursing with teaching, mentoring and leadership to enhance nurses' confidence and patient care quality.

The successful candidate will lead ICU education, assess competency, and collaborate with the unit to identify learning needs. Requires ICU experience, AHPRA RN Division 1, and postgraduate qualifications in critical care or education.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1).
• Recent advanced-level ICU/Critical Care experience.
• Postgraduate qualifications in critical care, clinical nursing, education or equivalent.
• Proven experience in clinical education, assessment and mentoring.
• Strong communication, leadership and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver engaging clinical education, training and competency assessment.
• Mentor and support nurses to build confidence, capability and clinical excellence.
• Collaborate with ICU team to identify learning needs and strengthen workforce development.
• Champion best practice through clinical leadership and continuous learning.

Skills

AHPRA Registration

ICU Experience

Postgraduate CC/Education

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

RN Registration (Division 1)

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until November 2027

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator

Remuneration: $62.67 - $64.70 per hour

Hours Per Week: 32

Location: Gosford Hospital - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Requisition ID: REQ691537

Applications Close: Sunday 4 October 2026 at 11:59pm

Central Coast Local Health District is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Nurse Educator to join our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with your passion for teaching, mentoring and leadership - helping nurses build confidence, strengthen their skills and deliver safe, high-quality care to our patients and community.

About The Opportunity

As a Clinical Nurse Educator, you will play a vital role in creating a positive, supportive and learner-centred culture within the ICU. You will work alongside nursing staff, managers and education teams to identify learning needs and deliver innovative education that translates directly into clinical practice.

Role

This position plays a key role in building clinical capability, fostering a culture of learning, and empowering ICU nurses to deliver safe, high-quality, evidence-based patient care. In this role you will:

• Lead and deliver engaging clinical education, training and competency assessment.
• Mentor and support nurses to build confidence, capability and clinical excellence.
• Collaborate with the ICU team to identify learning needs and strengthen workforce development.
• Champion best practice through clinical leadership, innovation and a culture of continuous learning.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) and a current driver's licence.
• Recent advanced-level ICU/Critical Care experience with strong clinical expertise.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications in critical care, clinical nursing, education or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in clinical education, assessment and mentoring, with a passion for developing others.
• Strong communication, leadership and collaboration skills, with a commitment to best practice and continuous learning.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible hours and job-sharing options, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?

Jordan Fenech

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at [e-mail] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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