Clinical Nurse Educator, Intensive Care Unit

Northern Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Sydney Local Health District is seeking a permanent full-time Clinical Nurse Educator for the ICU at Royal North Shore Hospital. The role focuses on developing the next generation of critical care nurses in a diverse, learning-forward environment.

Requires AHPRA Registered Nurse with post-registration education/clinical qualifications and extensive ICU experience. You will support evidence-based practice, teamwork, and professional development within a high-acuity unit.

Qualifications

• Holds AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Post-registration qualifications in clinical care or education.
• Extensive ICU or critical care experience in a tertiary hospital.
• Demonstrated communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Educate and develop ICU nurses in critical care areas.
• Lead nursing education initiatives within the ICU.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve practice.
• Promote evidence-based care and risk management.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Clinical education

Education

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Post-registration clinical/education qualifications

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator Remuneration: $2,381.70 - $2,458.90 per week Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ700832Join our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team as a full time Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) and help develop the next generation of critical care nurses.Royal North Shore Hospital's ICU is configured into four specialty pods, providing care across a wide range of complex clinical areas including cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, burns, acute spinal cord injuries, haematology and complex general surgery. As an ECMO service and accredited trauma centre, the unit offers a unique learning environment where nurses can develop expertise across multiple critical care specialties.The ICU has a strong culture of education, innovation and professional development.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong.

We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:Holds AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse AND holds relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications or such education and clinical experience deemed appropriate by the employer. Extensive intensive care experience in a tertiary hospital. Demonstrated effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Demonstrated ability to practice safe nursing care and knowledge of policies and clinical practice guidelines. Demonstrated commitment to evidence based practice, continuous quality improvement and risk management.

For role related queries or questions contact Emma Cardwell on [e-mail]

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. The team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

Applications Close: 27 October 2026