Clinical Nurse Educator - Emergency

Western Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Health is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse to join Footscray Hospital ED team as an RN Educator. You will design and deliver innovative, evidence‑based education for clinical staff and contribute to building ED capacity across campuses.

The role requires at least five years post‑registration ED experience, strong communication, and proficiency with ICT systems and online learning platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ post-registration ED experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively in nursing, education and interprofessional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with ICT systems and online learning platforms.
• Experience in education or clinical support (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate staff education, training sessions, ED learning programs and study days.
• Support ED nurses to deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
• Contribute to ED nursing workforce capability through ongoing support and expert clinical opinion.

Job description

• Salary: RN Educator (Major) $128K + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse to work closely with the Footscray Hospital ED team and intercampus stakeholders, to provide innovative, evidence-based education in line with Western Health’s mission of working collaboratively to guide and support staff to provide best care for the West.

Key responsibilities:

• Facilitate staff education, training sessions, ED learning programs and study days.
• Support ED nurses to deliver high-quality, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive patient care.
• Contribute to building the ED nursing workforce capability through ongoing support and expert clinical opinion.

About you:

• Minimum of five years’ post-registration experience working in an ED.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of nursing, education and interprofessional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in ICT systems and online learning platforms.
• Prior experience working in an education or clinical support role (desirable).

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Whyjoinus?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready tomake animpact?

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closingdate:11:59pm on19 November 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:

Email: ***********@wh.org.au

Alternate Contact: Caroline Hassell

Email: ***************@wh.org.au

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

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Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

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