The Nurse Educator (Banana) is a Registered Nurse who is accountable at an advanced practice level for the design, implementation, and assessment of nursing education programs, managing educational resources and providing nursing expertise related to educational issues within Central Queensland Health.

The logistical are of responsibility includes Biloela, Theodore, Baralaba, and Moura to which the Nurse Educator leads and supports a culture of development and enquiry which actively encourages and facilitates clinical, professional, and organisational learning. Interested? Apply today!

This role is based in Biloela and is required to travel across the Banana Region.

Job details

About us:

The Education and Research Unit provides Nursing and Midwifery education, professional practice development services and Clinical Practice Improvement initiatives for nursing and midwifery staff, to facilitate the achievement of best practice health service delivery requirements. The Education and Research Unit is led by the Nursing Director of Education and Research.

About the role:

• Translate and incorporate the principles of contemporary nursing and midwifery education as they apply to practice and provide clinical leadership for nursing and midwifery services through the application of advanced clinical knowledge, skills and competency according to contemporary practice and standards of care.
• Provide education leadership and expertise and act as a clinical resource, mentor role model, and technical expert within the multidisciplinary team environment.
• Apply teaching, facilitation, assessment and feedback skills through planning, developing, delivering and evaluating evidenced based clinical education.

About you:

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
• A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification in which clinical education was a component is a requirement of this position. Where the successful applicant does not currently hold this qualification, commitment to completion of the required post-graduate study within an agreed timeframe is expected and will form part of the performance review process.
• Advanced Life Support, Paediatric Advanced Life Support and Triage proficiency are highly desirable for this role.
• Endorsement with AHPRA to supply scheduled medicines – Rural and Isolated Practice or credentialing as an immunisation nurse is highly desirable for this role.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $5,761 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 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.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA5E637010

Applications close: Thursday, 29 May 2025

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Further information

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

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  BA5E637010 - Nurse Educator (Banana) (PDF, 355KB)
  Role Description