Clinical Nurse Educator Neurosurgery

Northern Sydney Local Health District; St Leonards; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator to provide clinical leadership for the Neurosurgery 7D ward. The role is a temporary part-time position supporting education and patient care in a 30-bed unit, with a focus on evidence-based practice and team collaboration.

The successful candidate will hold valid AHPRA registration and demonstrate strong communication, independent work capability, and commitment to high standards of nursing care within a tertiary

Qualifications

• Holds AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse and relevant post-registration qualifications or equivalent clinical/education experience.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of policies and clinical practice guidelines; commitment to safe nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership in the role of Clinical Nurse Educator.
• Support the Neurosurgery team and NSDU with education and clinical guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Evidence based practice

Education

AHPRA RN registration

Post-registration clinical/education quals

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 9 December 2027 (with possibility of ongoing employment)

Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator

Remuneration: $62.68 - $64.71 per hour

Hours Per Week: 14

Requisition ID: REQ696050

Do you have a passion for education? The Neurosurgery team on 7D is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide clinical leadership in the role of Clinical Nurse Educator.

7D is a 30 bed acute Neurosurgical ward which includes a 4 bed Neurosurgical Step Down Unit (NSDU). We are a tertiary referral centre for neurosurgical referrals across the Northern Sydney and Central Coast Local Health Districts. We offer a state wide spinal injury service and provide a quaternary referral centre for specialised cerebrovascular conditions. We care for patients with neuro oncology, cerebrovascular, neuro infective, peripheral nerve, spine and traumatic brain conditions. We have many resources in senior nursing support including a NUM, 2 neurosurgical nurse practitioners and a neuroscience CNC.

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.
• 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 Alicia Agius on [e-mail]

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases.

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Applications Close: 8 October 2026