Clinical Nurse Educator - Intensive Care Unit
- Location: Footscray & Sunshine Hospital
- Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time, Fixed Term (until November 2026)
- Salary: RN35 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the growth and development of our ICU nursing workforce. Western Health Intensive Care Education Department is seeking a dedicated and motivated Clinical Nurse Educator. As a Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE), you will provide expert clinical guidance, education, a supportive environment and mentorship to all nursing staff. You will provide expert guidance to nurses at all levels including Graduate Plus, Introduction to ICU, postgraduate ICU learners and Senior Nursing Staff. By mentoring and developing others, you will help shape the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care, role modelling excellence in patient care and teamwork, directly contributing to improved patient outcomes. This is a rewarding role for a passionate ICU nurse who thrives on supporting others to grow and succeed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert clinical support, supervision, and mentorship to nursing staff within the ICU setting.
- Role model evidence-based practice and promote adherence to Western Health policies and values.
- Support the development and implementation of tailored teaching plans and education sessions
- Participate in quality improvement, research, and reflective practice to enhance patient care.
- Communicate effectively and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support nursing performance.
About You:
- Registered Nurse with AHPRA and a minimum of 3 years’ ICU experience.
- Postgraduate qualification in Critical Care Nursing (ICU).
- Demonstrated ability to educate, mentor, and support staff in the clinical environment.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in using and troubleshooting healthcare ICT systems.
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
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Closing date: 11:59pm on 7 December 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, please contact Jessica Humphreys (Deteriorating Patient & ICU Education Coordinator) via Jessica.Humphreys@wh.org.au.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.