Job Description

# Nurse Educator (Professional Development Officer) (Hervey Bay and Maryborough)**Queensland Health** (Organisation site) Wide Bay Mental Health and Specialised Services, Hervey Bay and Maryborough HospitalsAre you an experienced nurse passionate about education, workforce development and supporting nurses to deliver safe, high-quality mental health care?

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Wide Bay Mental Health and Specialised Services is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Nurse Educator (Professional Development Officer) to join our team across Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals.

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This is an opportunity to use your clinical knowledge and educational expertise to strengthen the capability, confidence and professional development of our nursing workforce.## Job details| | || --- | --- || Position status | Permanent || Position type | Full-time || Occupational group | Health - Nursing || Classification | Nurse Grade 7 || Workplace Location | Wide Bay || Job ad reference | QLD/H2609WB692662 || Closing date | 19-Oct-2026 || Fortnightly salary | $5390 - $5852 || Total remuneration | $140632 up to $174208 || Salary Other | $70.93 - $77.01 p.h. || Job duration | Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) || Contact person | Stacey Cooper || Contact details | (07) 4338 8088 Access the National Relay Service |***Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.*****Your opportunity:*** The purpose of this position is to enhance and monitor workforce competency, capacity and development of the Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services team (WBMHSS).* This position will be required to coordinate the ongoing undergraduate, post graduate and student participation according to relevant Health professional standards,



requirements and learning objectives.* Provide educational leadership to build workforce capacity and foster a culture of lifelong learning.* Accountable for the coordination and delivery of a clinical education curriculum that addresses the learning and development needs of staff and their capacity to provide quality care every day.**We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.****Find out more in the Role Description**.**Our offer:**You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $174,208 p.a., comprising salary between $140,632 - $152,685 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 7) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2609WB692662**Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:*** Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%* Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%* Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay* Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Career development Leave* Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance* The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay,



with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle**Discover Fraser Coast**The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane.

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This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland.

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Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.**How to apply:**The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. \*\*\*APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE\*\*\****Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure******'Care, connection and compassion for all'***## Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. File types accepted: .jpg, .gif, .bmp, .png, .rtf, .txt, .doc and docx.

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Do not upload zipped files, tagged pdfs or protected documents. If you have difficulty viewing the role description in pdf format, contact: [email protected]## DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.* Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF) Information for Nursing Applicants - 2023 (PDF) Document Preparation Guide (PDF) H2609WB692662 - RD (PDF)

📌 Nurse Educator (Professional Development Officer) (Hervey Bay and Maryborough)
🏢 Health
📍 Fraser Coast Regional