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Nurse Educator (Mental Health)
Rockhampton
Be part of an exciting new chapter in Central Queensland mental health care! With Rockhampton Hospital's new 32-bed Adult Inpatient Mental Health Service now open, this is an opportunity to help strengthen clinical practice and shape how nurses learn, grow and deliver care across the Alcohol and Other Drugs Service.
Bring your specialist knowledge into a role where you'll design education, develop clinical capability and introduce innovative learning, including simulation-based training. This temporary opportunity until June 2027 offers Professional Development Leave, research opportunities, and negotiable accommodation and relocation assistance. Take your clinical expertise beyond the bedside and help build a confident workforce.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK6K696521 |
| Closing date | 29-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until June 2027 | 53.2 hours per f/n |
| Contact person | Joy Jung |
| Contact details | (07) 4920 5686 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Our service has entered an exciting new phase with the opening of our new Adult Inpatient Mental Health Service at Rockhampton Hospital. This state-of-the-art 32-bed facility has expanded inpatient care and includes high and low dependency units, therapy spaces, administrative support spaces, indoor garden areas and safety and layout features for the wellbeing of consumers and staff.
Working closely with inpatient, community and primary health partners, our multidisciplinary team takes an integrated approach to supporting the recovery and wellbeing of mental health patients. We are committed to delivering accessible, high-quality, recovery-focused care that makes a meaningful and lasting impact.
About the role:
- Lead clinical education and workforce development across Central Queensland's Alcohol and Other Drugs Service.
- Develop and deliver education programs that build clinical skills, confidence and capability across the nursing workforce.
- Collaborate with nursing leaders and multidisciplinary teams to identify learning needs and strengthen clinical practice.
- Promote safe, person-centred, evidence-based care through clinical governance, professional standards and best practice.
- Support research, quality improvement and ongoing professional development to continually improve service delivery.
About you:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, with postgraduate qualifications highly regarded.
- Advanced clinical knowledge and specialist experience in mental health, alcohol and other drugs nursing.
- Experience developing, delivering and evaluating clinical education, workforce development and simulation-based learning programs.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to build team capability, drive change and improve clinical practice.
- Knowledge of research, evidence-based practice, clinical governance and quality improvement to support safe, high-quality care.
What we offer:
Total monthly remuneration value of up to $10,162 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
- Professional Development Leave
- Research opportunities
- Accommodation and relocation can be negotiated
- 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.
For assistance:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6K696521
Applications close: Sunday, 29 November 2026
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