Job Description

MLHD District Nurse Educator - Nursing and Midwifery Services n

Requisition Number: REQ
n Employment Type: Temporary Full - Time (until 28 May 2027)
n Position Classification: Nurse Educator - Grade 3
n Remuneration: $158,236.73 - $161,174.38 per annum (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)
n Hours per week: 38
n Applications Close: 9th October 2026
n Vaccination Category: A
n Location: Wagga

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Lead Learning. Inspire Excellence. Shape the Future of Healthcare in MLHD.

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Are you a passionate and experienced Nurse or Midwife with a talent for education, leadership and developing others?
n Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is seeking an experienced District Nurse Educator to join our Nursing and Midwifery Service (NaMS) and lead the development, delivery and evaluation of high-quality education and professional development programs across the District.

About the Opportunity n

As a District Nurse Educator, you will provide strategic educational leadership to support the professional development of our Nursing & Midwifery workforce. Working across MLHD, you will identify emerging learning needs and design innovative, contemporary and evidence-based education programs that support staff at every stage of their career.
n You will lead the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of education programs, incorporating adult learning principles, simulation-based education, clinical coaching and a range of contemporary learning technologies.
n As a senior member of NaMs you will also provide leadership, professional support and expert guidance to Clinical Nurse Educators, helping to build a consistent and high-quality approach to clinical education across the District.

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In this diverse and rewarding role, the ideal candidate will:

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- Lead the design, development, delivery and evaluation of contemporary education and professional development programs.
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- Deliver facilitated education sessions, simulation-based training and clinical coaching.
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- Identify workforce learning needs and develop tailored learning and development plans.
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- Support staff to achieve and maintain clinical competencies and improve professional practice.
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- Provide leadership, mentoring and expert advisory support to Clinical Nurse Educators.
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- Collaborate with clinicians, managers and key stakeholders across the multidisciplinary workforce.
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- Ensure education programs reflect current evidence, legislation, policies and best-practice principles.
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- Lead and contribute to quality improvement, research and evaluation activities.
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- Participate in District and State education forums, committees and working groups.
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- Champion innovative education practices and promote continuous learning across MLHD.
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Essential Criteria n

To be successful in this role, you will have:

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- Full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse and/or Midwife.
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- A postgraduate qualification relevant to the education portfolio.
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- Evidence of a current Class C drivers licence and ability and willingness to travel for work purposes.



This may involve driving long distances with the MLHD.
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To find out more, please review the Position Description

Why join MLHD n

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- Meaningful Impact - Play a vital role in supporting essential services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
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- Adaptable Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
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- Generous Salary Packaging - Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
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- Professional Development - Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
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- Health & Wellbeing Support - Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
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MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
n We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

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If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

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This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Toolduring the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

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📌 MLHD District Nurse Educator - Nursing and Midwifery Services (Charles Sturt University)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Charles Sturt University