Clinical Nurse Educator - ICU

Peninsula Health; Frankston; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Salary packaging & novated leasing

Discounts at top retailers & dining

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Education & training opportunities

Job summary

Peninsula Health in Frankston is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator – ICU to lead education delivery across the intensive care unit, focusing on risk mitigation and advancing clinical practice.

The role requires current AHPRA registration, postgraduate ICU nursing, and proven ICU teaching experience. Permanent full-time or part-time appointments are available, with salary packaging and ongoing professional development supported by Bayside Health.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Nursing - Intensive Care or Critical Care nursing.
• Current and extensive experience working in ICU.
• Prior experience in teaching or supporting learners.
• Post graduate Education qualification (desirable)
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, implement, deliver and evaluate education services for Peninsula Care Group.
• Mitigate risk and advance clinical practice through targeted education initiatives.
• Support staff development from novice to expert through structured programs.
• Collaborate with clinical and education leadership to optimise ICU education.

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Nursing - Intensive Care

Postgraduate Education qualification (desirable)

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable)

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Educator - ICU

Employment Status: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time

Job Location: Frankston

Job Description:

• Ongoing Full time or part time
• Located in: Peninsula University Hospital, Frankston
• Classification: Educator (Grade 4 RN35*) plus super

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

The Clinical Educator – Intensive Care is an integral member of the education and clinical leadership teams; with particular focus on education to mitigate risk, advance clinical practice and develop staff along the novice to expert continuum. This position will participate in the planning, development, coordination, implementation, delivery and evaluation of education services for Peninsula Care Group.

Skills & Experience Required

• Registered nurse with current, condition-free AHPRA registration.
• Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Nursing - Intensive Care or Critical Care nursing.
• Current and extensive experience working in ICU.
• Prior experience in teaching or supporting learners.
• Post graduate Education qualification (desirable)
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable)

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport

• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Eryn McGuinness, [e-mail].

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Nursing Recruitment team, [e-mail].

The role ceases advertising on 8 November 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.We kindly ask that all applications be submitted through the advertised application link, as applications received via email are unable to be progressed.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2028 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.