Nurse Educator - Rural & Aged Care

Queensland Health; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 128,000; Part time

Job summary

Queensland Health in Townsville region is seeking a Rural and Aged Care Nurse Educator to lead, develop and deliver clinical education programs across nursing and midwifery. This permanent part-time role focuses on graduate programs, simulation-based learning, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Based at Charters Towers Eventide facility, the NE position requires AHPRA registration, a class C driver's licence, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Registration with AHPRA is mandatory.
• Clinical education and teaching experience preferred.
• Strong ability to deliver education programs and simulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and deliver comprehensive clinical education programs.
• Support graduate nurse and midwifery education initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance learning.

Skills

Nursing

Education delivery

Nurse educator

Education

AHPRA registration

Job description

Summary

Discover new adventures in CHARTERS TOWERS where the next step in your career awaits!

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Part-time
• Occupational group: Health - Nursing
• Classification: Nurse Grade 7
• Workplace Location: Townsville region
• Job ad reference: QLD/TV694180
• Closing date: 18-Oct-2026
• Salary Other: $70.92 to $77.00 p.h
• Job duration: Permanent part-time, 64 hrs p.f.
• Contact person: Laura Irving
• Contact details: [phone] Access the National Relay Service

About the work unit:

Clinical Education & Research (CER) provides a comprehensive approach to nursing and midwifery education. It encompasses graduate nurse and midwifery programs, the clinical partnership program supporting undergraduate students, scope of practice initiatives, digital learning, occupational violence prevention, ongoing professional development, and research.

About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration package value up to $128,576 p.a. and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $70.92 to $77.00 p.h. (NG7)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Accommodation: On-site single staff accommodation will be provided if required.
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

The Rural and Aged Care Nurse Educator (NE) is responsible for leading, developing, and delivering comprehensive clinical education programs that incorporate diverse teaching methodologies, including at-the-elbow clinical skills training and simulation-based learning grounded in adult learning principles.

This position is based at Eventide Residential Aged Care Facility in Charters Towers.

Requirements:

• Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• Travel is a requirement of this position.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted, including NDIS, Aged Care screening and Mandatory Key Personnel in Multipurpose (MPHS) or Residential Aged Care Facility.

Applications close: Sunday, 18 October 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.