Clinical Nurse Educator - Anaesthetics

Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

Upskill with free courses

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Influenza vaccination on us

Fitness Passport discounts

Telehealth nutrition resources

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator in Anaesthetics at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, a leading quaternary referral centre. The role supports nurses to develop clinical capability, provide education, and guide professional development across a 24/7 anaesthetic service.

The successful candidate will drive safe, evidence-based practice, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to staff retention and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in nursing education and teaching, with a minimum Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent.
• Recent clinical experience in providing care and support in complex anaesthesia.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with staff at all levels.
• A supportive and approachable manner, with a genuine interest in helping others succeed.
• The ability to work effectively in a complex, fast-paced and constantly evolving clinical environment.
• A commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supporting nurses working in a complex anaesthetic environment to develop and maintain their clinical capability
• Providing education, coaching and clinical support to staff across a 24/7 service
• Building staff confidence and capability in managing complex anaesthesia
• Promoting safe, evidence-based clinical practice and positive patient outcomes
• Supporting staff through the challenges of working in a high-acuity specialty
• Contributing to a positive learning culture where staff feel supported, empowered and confident in their roles
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to identify education needs and drive improvements in practice

Skills

Education & teaching

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Job description

Clinical Nurse Educator – Anaesthetics

Employment Type

Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Position Classification

Clinical Nurse Educator

Remuneration

$124,273 - $128,301 per annum + Superannuation

Requisition ID

REQ687480

Are you an experienced nurse educator, senior anaesthetic nurse or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Anaesthetics, with a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, who thrives in a complex clinical environment and is passionate about supporting nurses to feel confident, capable and valued in their roles?

An exciting opportunity is available for a Clinical Nurse Educator in Anaesthetics at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), one of Australia’s leading quaternary referral hospitals.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a complex 24/7 specialty service, supporting staff through education, clinical guidance and professional development — ultimately helping to strengthen patient safety, staff confidence and retention.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting nurses working in a complex anaesthetic environment to develop and maintain their clinical capability
• Providing education, coaching and clinical support to staff across a 24/7 service
• Building staff confidence and capability in managing complex anaesthesia
• Promoting safe, evidence-based clinical practice and positive patient outcomes
• Supporting staff through the challenges of working in a high-acuity specialty
• Contributing to a positive learning culture where staff feel supported, empowered and confident in their roles
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to identify education needs and drive improvements in practice

What We’re Looking For

• Relevant experience in nursing education and teaching, with a minimum Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent
• Recent clinical experience in providing care and support in complex anaesthesia
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with staff at all levels
• A supportive and approachable manner, with a genuine interest in helping others succeed
• The ability to work effectively in a complex, fast-paced and constantly evolving clinical environment
• A commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence and continuous improvement

Please note, only candidates with valid Australian Work Rights will be considered.

Additional Benefits

• Monthly Accrued Day Off
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
• Annual influenza vaccination on us!
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

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

For further enquiries, please contact Seema Jose on 9515 0111 or via email at [e-mail]

Join our team and help create a workforce that feels supported, confident and equipped to deliver exceptional care — every shift, every day!

Applications Close: 7 October at 11.59pm