Clinical Nurse Educator - Hay (Incentives Offered)

Southern NSW Local Health District; Hay; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 128,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive up to $20,000

Annual incentives up to $10,000

Salary packaging up to $20,600 per ann

Novated car leasing

Flexible working arrangements

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

Hay Health Service in Hay is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator to lead and coordinate clinical education, mentoring staff and students, and promote best practice. The role offers NSW Rural Health incentives including a sign-on bonus and annual incentives, with a flexible framework to support safe, high-quality care.

You will work within MLHD to enhance education programs, drive professional development and ensure learning translates into improved patient outcomes, in a supportive rural setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate clinical education and professional development
• Orient, supervise and mentor staff, students and TPP participants
• Promote clinical leadership, best practice and a positive learning culture
• Contribute to district-wide education, training and policy development
• Provide unit-based and individual education and skill support
• Delegate and support Nurses and others within scope of practice
• Maintain contemporary practice and meet CNE/CME Framework requirements
• Participate in audits, quality activities and care delivery aligned with safety standards

Job description

Clinical Nurse Educator - Hay (Incentives Offered)

*This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $20,000 sign on incentive, and up to $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Requisition Number: REQ691518
Employment Type: Temporary Part - Time (until 13 September 2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $124,273.70 - $128,301.89 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours per week: 20
Applications Close: 13 October 2026
Vaccination Category: A
Location: Hay

Take the Next Step, Lead Learning, Inspire Excellence. Grow Nursing in Hay. Make that Lifestyle Change .

Discover a rewarding career and relaxed country lifestyle in Hay. Set on the beautiful Murrumbidgee River, Hay offers affordable living, a welcoming community and the opportunity to make a genuine impact as a Clinical Nurse Educator. Enjoy fishing, boating, kayaking, camping, riverside walks, local cafés, sporting clubs, museums and community events, all with minimal commute times and a great work-life balance.
In Hay, you'll build the capability of rural nurses while enjoying a lifestyle where your expertise is valued and your contribution makes a lasting difference.

About the Opportunity

As a Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) at Hay Health Service, you will be instrumental in the development and career success of the nursing team. You will be the go-to expert for nursing education, providing engaging evidence-based programs and support to enhance clinical knowledge and skills. Reap the benefit of your patient and customised approach to education; ensuring all nursing staff can apply their learning to clinical practice and deliver safe, high-quality healthcare.

As the CNE, and ideal candidate you will:

• Deliver and coordinate clinical education and professional development
• Orient, supervise and mentor staff, students and TPP participants
• Promote clinical leadership, best practice and a positive learning culture
• Contribute to district-wide education, training and policy development
• Provide unit-based and individual education and skill support
• Delegate and support Nurses and others within scope of practice
• Maintain contemporary practice and meet CNE/CME Framework requirements
• Participate in audits, quality activities and care delivery aligned with safety standards
• At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.
• Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in supporting essential services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Flexible Working Arrangements – Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.