Are you a Registered Nurse looking to expand your skills and take your career to the next level? We’re seeking a temporary Nurse Educator to join the team until January 2026!

Working 22 hours every fortnight, this role is perfect for those who want to deepen their expertise in clinical education and simulation. You’ll have the opportunity to design and deliver innovative simulation programs that directly improve patient care, while also managing resources and guiding clinical staff through new learning experiences.

This position encourages professional growth, supports a culture of curiosity and development, and offers the flexibility to balance work with personal and study commitments.

Ready for a change? Apply now.

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:

This role provides advanced practice level design, implementation, and assessment of simulation education programs, managing educational resources and providing nursing expertise related to simulation educational issues across Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS).

The position provides Simulation education to clinical staff to enhance positive patient outcomes in the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service. The position monitors, plans, facilitates and evaluates the Health Service's simulation pocket centre network.

About you:

A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position. Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate.

• A relevant postgraduate qualification at an AQF level 9 in which clinical education was a large component or a research higher degree 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.
• A Simulation certification (for example Clinical Skills development Centre Fundamentals of debriefing and Technical Simulation training) is highly desirable for the position.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $4,105 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) RK5G651736

Applications close: Tuesday, 12 August 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

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• RK5G651736 - Nurse Educator (PDF, 415KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants