Nurse Educator (Banana)

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service; Biloela; On-site; AUD 147,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work-Life Balance

Ongoing Professional Development

Paid Parental Leave

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service seeks an experienced Nurse Educator to design, deliver and evaluate nursing education programs for rural teams across Central Queensland. You will manage learning resources, support ongoing professional development and champion evidence-based practice to enhance patient care.

The role requires a Bachelor of Nursing, current AHPRA registration and a willingness to pursue AQF Level 8; postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Nursing registration with AHPRA and practising certificate required.
• Postgraduate AQF Level 8 is highly regarded.
• Experience in nursing education and program evaluation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and evaluate nursing education programs.
• Manage learning resources and provide expert educational support to rural teams.
• Promote evidence-based practice and build staff capability.

Skills

Education program delivery

Communication skills

Clinical nursing experience (rural/ED)

Education

Bachelor of Nursing / equivalent

AHPRA registration & practising certificate

Postgraduate qualification (AQF Level 8) desirable

Job description

About us

We're passionate about supporting, educating and inspiring our nursing and midwifery workforce to deliver the best possible care! The Education and Research Unit provides education, professional development and clinical practice improvement initiatives to build knowledge, confidence and best practice.

Led by the Nursing Director of Education and Research, our team includes Nurse and Midwifery Educators, Clinical Nurse Consultants, Clinical Facilitators, Student Facilitators, a Transfusion Nurse and Librarians. We also maintain strong professional connections with educators across Gladstone, Emerald, Aged Care, Corrections and Mental Health.

Together, we're growing skills, sharing knowledge and making great care even better!

About the role

Our Nurse Educators are passionate about bringing learning to life! They design, deliver and evaluate nursing education programs, manage learning resources and provide expert support to address the unique educational needs of our rural teams across Central Queensland.

They inspire curiosity, encourage professional growth and champion a culture of learning, helping our nursing teams build confidence, grow their skills and deliver the best possible patient care.

About you

We're looking for someone who is passionate about nursing, loves sharing knowledge and is ready to make a difference! You will bring:

• Qualifications: A Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent), current AHPRA registration and practising certificate. A postgraduate qualification at AQF Level 8 is highly regarded, or a willingness to work towards one.
• Clinical know-how: Strong clinical experience, ideally in rural or Emergency Department settings. Advanced Life Support (ALS), Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Triage competencies are a big plus!
• Passion for learning: Experience developing, delivering and evaluating education programs, supporting lifelong learning, promoting evidence-based practice and building staff capability.
• Excellent people skills: Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to build strong relationships, support multidisciplinary teams, interpret clinical data and inspire others to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

What we offer

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $14,517 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $70.92 - $77.00 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

Applications close: Sunday, 15 November 2026

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