Clinical Nurse Educator - Residential Aged Care Service

Clinical Nurse Educator - Residential Aged Care Service

• Murrenda and Monda Lodge (Wantirna site and Healesville) 
• 2 days per week ( 0.4 temporary part time - maternity leave position) 
• Make a difference to the learning experience of students and staff in Eastern Health services who are located in our impressive Residential Aged Care Services
• Murrenda is a 120 bed purpose built Residential Aged Care facility which opened in September 2022.  Monda Lodge is 28 bed hostel located in Healesville 

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthCare Services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

The Eastern Health Institute recognises the importance of multidisciplinary approaches to care and the value of aligning professional education and research translation. As part of the team, you will contribute to building the capability of individuals and teams across Eastern Health. Together, we equip our people with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to deliver practice excellence, contribute to a positive organisational culture, and drive improvement and innovation.

The Clinical Educator in the Residential Aged Care Service is pivotal in providing educational leadership related to clinical standards, staff development, and support of learners. We foster a collaborative and compassionate team and strive to achieve great outcomes and experiences for our consumers. 

If your focus is on excellence in clinical care and customer service and you would like to be part of our cohesive and caring team, we would love to hear from you.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Postgraduate qualifications in Nursing or Education 
• Minimum 3 years of relevant clinical experience in Aged care 
• Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Victorian Driver’s License (essential)
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note: 

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**