Clinical Nurse Educator - Operating Theatres - Temp FT

Liverpool, NSW Sydney, NSW
Temporary
Full-time

19 hours ago

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until 11/10/2026
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $2,102.09 - $2,170.29 per weekRequisition ID: REQ603235
Application Close Date: 14/09/2025
Interview Date Range: 17/09/2025 - 24/09/2025
Contact Details: Sinu Mathew - 0460 025 168 | Sinu.Mathew@health.nsw.gov.auAbout the opportunity:Are you passionate about advancing your nursing practice through education and mentorship? We're seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) to lead clinical learning and support across our Operating Theatres, fostering excellence in surgical care and team development.As the CNE for Operating Theatres, you will provide hands-on teaching, guidance, and clinical support to nursing and support staff across perioperative services. You'll play a key role in building capability, confidence, and cohesion within a high-performing surgical environment.Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate clinical learning and education at the theatre level, tailored to individual and team needs
Act as a clinical resource and support person during high-pressure or complex situations
Assist staff in identifying learning goals aligned with perioperative requirements and monitor progress
Develop, implement, and evaluate education programs related to new or existing procedures, policies, and equipment
Demonstrate, teach, and assess staff competency in surgical equipment, clinical procedures, and theatre protocols
Maintain structured orientation programs for new nursing staff and students within the Operating Theatres
Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships across multidisciplinary teams

About YouYou're an experienced perioperative nurse and educator who thrives in dynamic environments. You bring a collaborative spirit, clinical expertise, and a passion for empowering others through education. You will have experience in clinical teaching and adult learning, with a strong grasp of competency-based assessment and perioperative standards. You'll demonstrate compassionate, culturally responsive care, effective communication, critical thinking, and a commitment to safety, quality, and professional collaboration.What We Offer

A supportive and innovative perioperative team culture
Opportunities to shape theatre-based education and influence practice
Access to professional development, leadership pathways, and clinical education resources

Where you'll be workingLiverpool Hospital, founded in 1813, is the major health service for south-western Sydney, providing services to the local government area of Liverpool City Council as well as district services to residents and visitors in the area. It also provides a range of state-wide services in areas such as critical care and trauma, neonatal intensive care and brain injury rehabilitation.The Hospital provides a health service of international standing, with 23 operating theatres, capacity for 877 beds, diagnostic and imaging services, emergency and trauma care, maternity, paediatric, cancer care, mental health, ambulatory care, allied health and medical and surgical services from birth to aged care.Liverpool Hospital is currently undergoing a major redevelopment. The $790 million Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct (LHAP) project will provide enhanced facilities and an increased capacity to meet future significant population growth for South Western Sydney.Liverpool Hospital is a principal referral and teaching Hospital of the UNSW Sydney and the Western Sydney University and also welcome students from over 20 universities and colleges.Located in the heart of Liverpool City, the hospital is close to public transport, shopping centres and eateries.How to ApplyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our for information on how to respond to criteria and . * Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a post graduate qualification in a relevant clinical field or education post graduate qualification or a combination of education training and clinical experience deemed appropriate by SWSLHD.

Can you describe how your skills and experience have prepared you for this Clinical Nurse Educator role, and what motivates you to apply for a position in the Operating Theatres?
How do you approach identifying and supporting the learning needs of nursing staff in a fast-paced environment?
Can you share an example of how you've developed or implemented an education program that improved clinical practice or team confidence?

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Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values - Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.Connect with us on , and .

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