Clinical Nurse Educator (515291L5)
The Team
- Join a small, supportive team of Clinical Nurse Educators providing education support across eight district hospitals and a range of primary health services throughout the North.
- Work collaboratively with nursing leaders, managers and multidisciplinary teams to strengthen workforce capability and enhance patient care.
- Enjoy a diverse and rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference across rural and community healthcare settings.
Role
- Lead and support the development, delivery and evaluation of education programs across district hospitals and primary health services.
- Partner with managers and clinical teams to build workforce capability, support professional development and promote evidence-based practice.
- Act as a visible clinical leader and role model, demonstrating the Department of Health's CARE values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence in all aspects of your work and helping to foster a positive learning culture and continuous improvement across services.
You will need
- Demonstrated clinical experience, with a passion for education, mentoring and supporting staff development.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and locations.
- Knowledge of contemporary nursing practice, education principles and quality improvement.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to shape the future workforce of Primary Health North, influence clinical practice across rural and community services, and contribute to high-quality healthcare outcomes for Tasmanian communities.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment
- Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 56 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you can join us.
- Fixed term, part time, day worker position, working up to 72 hours per fortnight, commencing 31 August 2026 until 17 July 2027.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$118,297 to $125,543 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type
Salary Packaging
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
- Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria
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Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
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Current Driver’s Licence
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Relevant Post Graduate qualifications
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Amanda Smith
Position: Nursing Director, Primary Health North
Phone number: (03) 6777 4500
Email address: amanda.m.smith@ths.tas.gov.au
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Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.