Nurse Educator Grade 2 - Mental Health Service - ISLHD

NSW Health; Shellharbour City Council; On-site; AUD 131,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Shellharbour City Council is seeking a Nurse Educator to develop and deliver education and training programs. You will play a key role in enhancing skills and ensuring quality patient care. Applicants must hold relevant qualifications and AHPRA registration. The role offers a competitive salary of $131,870.90 - $134,500.70 per annum along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Allocated Days Off

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must meet vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
• Current AHPRA Registration is required.
• Extensive relevant clinical experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop education and training programs.
• Facilitate the delivery of education programs at the site/service level.
• Support implementation of clinical policies.

Skills

Clinical education

Program development

Communication skills

Education

Relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications

Job description

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

$131,870.90 - $134,500.70 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 14 June 2026 | REQ611134 | Grade: Nurse Educator Grade 2 | Applications close: 19 October 2025

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

The Nurse Educator

The Nurse Educator is responsible for the planning and development of education and training programs. These programs will serve to facilitate the development of theoretical knowledge and clinical skills, culminating in the provision of safe, quality, person centred patient care. The Nurse Educator will work closely with the Nursing Executive to facilitate and support the delivery of these education programs at the site/service level.

The Nurse Educator will also work closely with the Clinical Nurse Educators, Clinical Nurse Consultants and Clinical Nurse Specialists to undertake the review, implementation, education and evaluation of relevant policies and procedures relating to evidence based clinical practice.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A Little About Us

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits Of Working With ISLHD

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

• Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
• Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
• Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
• Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
• Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Requirements

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

• Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
• Current AHPRA Registration
• Holds relevant clinical or education post registration qualifications with extensive relevant clinical experience or such education and clinical experience deemed appropriate by the employer
• Valid NSW Drivers Licence

This is a temporary leave relief position until 14 June 2026 with the possibility of extension.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

• Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
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• For role-related queries or help applying, contact Brad Boon on [e-mail]