Take your passion for learning off the page and into real-world impact!

As a Nurse Educator, you’ll lead high-impact simulation programs that build confident clinicians and improve patient outcomes across Central Queensland. Join a dynamic, connected team delivering education, mentorship and hands-on learning across the Health Service. You’ll shape future-focused training, support a thriving learning culture and influence real change.

Bring your passion for simulation, collaboration and growth and help turn knowledge into confident, capable care.

Job details

About us:

The Education and Research Unit is where passion for learning meets real-world care. We're a dynamic team that delivers high-quality education, mentorship, and hands-on clinical improvement initiatives. We turn knowledge into confidence and confidence into meaningful impact for patients and staff.

With a wide network of educators and specialists spanning Gladstone, Emerald, aged care, corrections, and mental health, we're connected, collaborative and all about lifting standards and supporting our people to thrive.

At the Education and Research Unit, strong support and shared knowledge directly shape better everyday practice.

About the role:

• As a Nurse Grade 7 Educator, you'll design, deliver, and evaluate high-impact simulation education programs that turn theory into real-world confidence and directly improve patient outcomes across Central Queensland.
• You'll champion a supportive learning environment that encourages enquiry, professional growth, and continuous development, empowering nurses and midwives to thrive through mentorship, innovation, and evidence-based practice.
• You'll oversee and grow our network of simulation “pocket centres,” create engaging learning resources, and provide expert guidance to clinical teams.
• Working autonomously yet collaboratively, you'll blend clinical expertise, education leadership, and research to elevate standards, influence strategy, and foster a workplace where lifelong learning and quality improvement are part of everyday culture.

About you:

• You're a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration with a valid practising certificate.
• Whilst not mandatory, a relevant postgraduate qualification at an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level 8 will support the operational expectations 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 will be supported and will form part of the performance review process.
• You will thrive on education and simulation with a talent for designing, delivering, and evaluating engaging simulation programs, you love creating learning experiences that build capability and improve patient outcomes across diverse settings.
• Bring your natural collaborator and leadership skills and build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams, communicate with impact, and excel at fostering a positive, supportive learning culture that empowers others to grow.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $54,747 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $70.58 - $76.63 p.a.
• 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.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6E683107

Applications close: Sunday, 31 May 2026

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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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• RK6E683107 - Nurse Educator (Simulation) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)