Registered Nurse - Clinical Nurse Educator
Clinical Nurse Educator Scrub Scout
- Part Time Position
- Beautiful Hill District Location
About the Role
We are currently seeking a motivated and passionate clinician, experienced and highly skilled Registered Nurse to undertake the role of Clinical Nurse Educator (Scrub/Scout) at Norwest Hospital, and to support our high level commitment to education and training.
The position of Clinical Nurse Educator will work closely with the Perioperative Services and the Education Department at Norwest. You will be a member of Education team within the Perioperative Suite and become a member of the overall Education Services at Norwest.
Norwest Private Hospital: A Commitment to Patient-Centred Care
At Norwest Private Hospital, we prioritize the needs and well-being of our patients above all else. Our dedicated team comprises highly skilled surgeons, specialist doctors, compassionate nurses, allied health professionals, and efficient support and administration staff. Together, we strive to deliver an exceptional healthcare experience that encompasses every aspect of patient care.
Equipped with cutting-edge technology and advanced robotics, Norwest Private Hospital offers a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, and obstetric services. While we are particularly renowned for our expertise in orthopaedics, neurosurgery, cardiac surgery, and cardiology, we also take pride in being a preferred choice for expecting mothers and growing families, ensuring tailored care throughout their journey.
Nestled in the rapidly evolving North West corridor of Sydney, Norwest Private Hospital is proudly operated by Healthscope, a prominent provider of private healthcare in Australia. With 277 beds, our facility is designed to accommodate high acuity needs, complemented by a fully equipped Emergency Department situated in Bella Vista.
We invite you to experience the dedication and excellence that define patient care at Norwest Private Hospital, where innovation meets compassion in a supportive environment for all.
Our Department
Our Operating Theatre complex has 16 theatres, 32 first stage recovery bays as well as an additional 32 second stage chairs.
Our specialties include General (including laparoscopic), Colorectal, Bariatric, Orthopaedic, Cardiothoracic, ENT, Plastics, Paediatric, Oral & Dental, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Ophthalmic, Robotics, Gastroenterology, Neurosurgery, Urology and Vascular surgery
Essential Criteria:
- Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent
- Current registration as a Nurse with AHPRA
- Certificate 4 in training and assessment or working towards
- Minimum 3 years Post Graduate experience
- High Level clinical skills and proven experience in primary area of practice
- Excellent communication skills and high degree of computer literacy
- Highly motivated and able to work independently
- Accountability for own performance and behaviour
Desirable
- Relevant post graduate qualifications in area of specialty or working towards
As a Clinical Nurse Educator:
- Orientate, induct and brief new staff/Graduates/students to the facility and their roles and responsibilities during the clinical placement
- Ensure the safety of patients/consumers and staff through the maintenance of safe practice
- Assist Graduates and staff to apply problem solving and reflective skills in their clinical practice
- Identify the learning needs of the staff within the specialty
- Demonstrate clinical expertise and professional role modelling
- Hands on teaching approach
- Promoting a high standard of evidence based nursing care to all patients, through dissemination of current best practice knowledge
- Supervising staff compliance to annual mandatory training and completion of eLearning components
- Provide written reports for Graduate Nurses
- Conduct Continuing Professional Development sessions
- Liaise with the Education Services Department
Employee Benefits:
Our OneHealthscope rewards program gives you access to a range of wellness benefits, discounted Healthscope services for you and your family.
- Education and support
- Opportunity to consolidate skills
- Health and fitness benefits via Fitness Passport
- Salary packaging for novated leasing, additional superannuation contributions and airport lounge memberships
- Health insurance discounts and offers from our corporate partners
Why Healthscope?
We care about your career at Healthscope.
No matter where you go within our community of care, you'll be supported by great team leaders, be part of strong, innovative teams who always strive for better and have the opportunity to flourish and grow. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day. We are the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia. But why does that matter? Our team is made up of over 19,000 highly experienced people working across a range of roles and specialisations. Supported by some of the best doctors in nationally, we come together to strive for better, sharing learnings, supporting each other, celebrating successes and facing challenges together.
Joining us opens the door to endless opportunities. We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development, specialisation and education, and support our people to grow and flourish.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 22 April 2025
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to Recruitment@healthscope.com.au or contact Perioperative Services Manager Michelle Ward michelle.ward@healthscope.com.au for additional clinical advice.
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC Paid (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
If you are successful in the role, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant registered nursing experience against the current Healthscope and NSWNMA/ANMF – NSW Nurses and Midwives’ – Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024, salary range between $52.45 - $54.18/per hour.