Queensland Health (Organisation site)
Clinical Practice Development Services, Townsville University Hospital
Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
Townsville University Hospital, located adjacent to one of Queensland's leading tertiary institutions, James Cook University, is the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, providing specialist referral services for 700,000 people living from Mackay, to the Torres Strait, to the Northern Territory border.
We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow's health sector workforce. The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland. Our purpose is `great care every day'. What's on offer?
Fixed Term Temporary Full-time from 30/12/2024 up to 03/08/2025.
Remuneration package of up to $13,724 p.m., comprising base salary range of $5081.10 - $5081.10 p.f. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (Nurse Grade 7), recreational leave loading (17.5%), and employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%).
Other employment benefits may include salary sacrificing options, shift allowances, locality allowances, professional development assistance, flexible working arrangements, access to corporate discounts, staff wellness programs and the employee assistance program.
About the role
The Nurse Educator position leads and delivers educational services at an advanced level, enabling an evidence-based learning culture for the professional development of nursing & midwifery staff.
The position sits within Clinical Practice Development Services and facilitates opportunities for learning via the design, implementation, and evaluation of clinical education programs. The nurse educator will hold a portfolio subject to the needs of the organisation.
Skills and experience Ability to provide expert nursing leadership and coordination within an education environment.Understanding of teaching and learning in the health care environment (adult learning principles) with demonstrated clinical teaching and facilitation skills.Sound knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and theory and the ability to apply relevant legislation, guidelines and standards.Ability to integrate the strategic direction and priorities for quality improvement into the clinical service, establishing a quality framework.Advanced leadership, negotiation, conflict resolution and change management skills to ensure customer focused service provision amongst the multidisciplinary team.High level of communication skills required for problem solving and decision making.Role requirements Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery, or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.Working with Townsville HHS
We have a proactive approach to fostering a workplace culture that values, supports and develops our workforce, offering rewarding career progression to our existing employees and encouraging professional development through capability building and higher duties opportunities.
About the location
Townsville is a vibrant, dynamic city; it is the largest urban centre in Northern Australia and is the gateway to the world famous Great Barrier Reef, stunning beaches, rainforests and the Outback. With over 300 days of sunshine a year Townsville offers the perfect laid-back coastal lifestyle with all the benefits of big city living. It is a great place for families, couples and individuals to call home.
Interested?
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Laura Irving on 07 4433 3749.
Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role:
Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.
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