Nurse Educator - Rural

About the role
The Nurse Educator demonstrates expertise and leadership skills within domain of education which includes knowledge of contemporary clinical practice and theory, extensive knowledge and the ability to apply relevant legislation, guidelines and standards.
The role of Nurse Educator - Rural health has responsibility to support the professional development of nursing staff across the four rural facilities within West Moreton: Boonah, Esk, Gatton and Laidley working in partnership with the rural services and the educational service of the wider health service.
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme[AP1]
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
* Demonstrated high level of clinical practice and expertise in adult education within the current legislative and policy context.
* Experience in undertaking learning needs analysis, developing contemporary and innovative educational materials and utilising adult educational frameworks to engage and foster a learning culture within the clinical environment.
* Demonstrated advanced level of interpersonal and written communication skills to enable accurate, complete, and timely reporting of educational interventions designed to ensure healthcare teams are capable of supporting and delivering patient-centred care.
* Proven ability to work autonomously and as an effective team member.
* Demonstrated ability to use advanced communication skills to consult, negotiate, educate and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
* Demonstrated experience in working as a nursing educator.
* Demonstrated critical thinking and reasoning, advanced problem skills and expert clinical judgement.
Mandatory Requirements:
* Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link
Benefits
* 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
* 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
* Professional development
* Salary sacrificing options
* Wellness programs
* Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.