Clinical Nurse Educator - Endoscopy Unit - Targeted

at  Hunter New England Local Health District

JOINING OUR TEAM MEANS BENEFITING FROM A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT THAT INCLUDES STRUCTURED ORIENTATION, ONGOING MENTORSHIP, AND AMPLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT. IF YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT EDUCATION, DEDICATED TO EXCELLENCE IN CLINICAL PRACTICE, AND EAGER TO CONTRIBUTE TO A TEAM COMMITTED TO PATIENT-CENTERED CARE AND STAFF WELL-BEING, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY. TOGETHER, WE CAN ADVANCE THE STANDARD OF CARE IN ENDOSCOPY WHILE NURTURING A FULFILLING CAREER.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Educator
Remuneration: $53.71 - $55.45 Per Hour + 11% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ490271
Location: Awabakal Country - John Hunter Hospital
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Registered Nurse with full AHPRA registration and holds relevant clinical or education post-registration qualifications.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator to join our dynamic team within the Endoscopy Unit at John Hunter Hospital. Situated within the Interventional Suite, our Endoscopy Unit is pivotal in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal, respiratory, and other internal conditions through advanced endoscopic procedures. As a collaborative unit comprising proceduralists, nurses, and anaesthetists, we prioritise compassionate, person-centered care that ensures patients feel comfortable and well-informed throughout their journey.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in shaping the future of our team by orienting new staff to our specialised environment, procedures, and protocols. Your responsibilities will encompass developing and delivering comprehensive training programs to enhance staff competence and compliance with best practices in endoscopy. Collaborating closely with the Nurse Educator of Medical and Interventional Services, you will contribute to broader educational initiatives across the facility, participate in quality improvement projects, and engage in interdisciplinary research and meetings.
The position, 20 hours per week, offers flexibility in workdays and hours to accommodate educational activities and training needs, typically scheduled from 0800hrs to 1630hrs. To excel in this role, you should demonstrate advanced clinical expertise in endoscopic procedures, coupled with a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, sedation management, and post-procedural care. Your ability to lead educational endeavors, mentor colleagues, and foster a culture of continuous learning will be critical.