The Opportunity

We are seeking Clinical Nurse Educator specialising in General Med & Surgical nursing to support our Theatre at Westmead Private Hospital. You will also contribute to the strategic plan of the Hospital Education Department as an essential member of the team.

You will be required to:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based training and support to the staff in the Perioperative space, with a focus on scrub/scout education.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate learning and development programs across the facility.
• Provide valuable contributions to the hospital’s quality improvement process.
• Carry out team leader duties on shift.

Reporting to the Perioperative Services Manager, you will perform duties with the support and guidance of the Floor managers, to ensure a high level of quality patient care is delivered in line with the care values and strategic direction of the Hospital and Ramsay Health Care.

Skills and Experience

You will be an experienced perioperative nurse with strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a passion for education and professional development within the theatre environment. You will also demonstrate:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum four (4) years perioperative experience, with demonstrated involvement in Scrub and Scout education, training, and competency development
• Postgraduate qualification in a perioperative specialty (or working towards) highly desirable
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or equivalent adult education qualification desirable
• Experience supporting accreditation processes, including participation in quality improvement activities, policy implementation, and compliance with national standards
• Demonstrated ability to act as a positive professional role model, promoting safe practice, teamwork, and a culture of continuous learning
• Leadership and team facilitation experience, supporting staff development, orientation programs, and clinical competency frameworks
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise education initiatives within a busy theatre environment
• Well-developed clinical problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• A strong commitment to mentoring and coaching staff, fostering professional growth and positively influencing team performance and patient outcomes

Remuneration

$58.81 + superannuation, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (NSW Clinical Nurse/Midwifery Educator)

About Us

Westmead Private Hospital opened in October 2000 and is owned and operated by global hospital group, Ramsay Health Care.  We cater for a broad range of health care needs from day surgery procedures through to highly complex surgery.

The 212 bed private hospital, with 15 Operating theatres and 2 Cath Labs is co-located with Westmead Hospital and Westmead Children’s Hospital and is a teaching hospital of the Western Clinical School of the University of Sydney.

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.  

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.  

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

Requirements

• Provide or complete a National Police Check (conducted within the last 12 months)
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Carla Boustany via email BoustanyC@ramsayhealth.com.au

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com