- Lead and shape the future nursing workforce
- Drive innovative graduate and transition-to-practice programs
- Join a leading tertiary referral and teaching hospital

Build, lead and deliver innovative nursing education programs that develop graduate nurses, strengthen clinical capability and support excellence in patient care. Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Educator Grade 3

Remuneration: $158,236.73 - $161,174.38 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working

At Westmead Hospital, you'll join one of Australia's largest and most respected healthcare and teaching environments, where education, innovation and compassionate care come together. As part of Western Sydney Local Health District, you'll play a pivotal role in developing the next generation of nursing professionals while contributing to a culture of learning, collaboration and excellence. You'll work alongside experienced nursing and midwifery leaders, educators and clinical experts to deliver impactful workforce development programs that support professional growth and outstanding patient outcomes.

What We Offer

Work in a major tertiary referral, teaching and research hospital

- Lead high-profile GradStart and transition-to-practice programs
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary educators and clinical leaders
- Influence nursing workforce capability across a large, dynamic health service
- Be part of a culture committed to learning, innovation and continuous improvement

What You'll Be Doing As the Nurse Educator Grade 3 - GradStart Program, you will provide leadership in the design, delivery and evaluation of nursing education programs that support graduate nurses, transition-to-practice initiatives and specialty training pathways across Westmead Hospital. Working closely with nursing and midwifery leaders, clinical educators and key stakeholders, you will drive evidence-based learning opportunities that strengthen workforce capability, enhance professional development and support safe, high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities Include

- Lead the development,



implementation and evaluation of GradStart, transition-to-practice and specialty nursing education programs
- Coordinate annual education and professional development initiatives aligned with organisational and nursing strategic priorities
- Provide expert education advice, mentorship and support to nursing leaders, managers and clinical educators
- Develop contemporary, evidence-based learning resources, educational materials and reports that support diverse learning needs
- Promote excellence in clinical education, patient safety, quality improvement and workforce development across Westmead Hospital

How To Apply Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria

- Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with Tertiary qualifications in nursing education or associated fields or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience in the relevant field.

Selection Criteria

- Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with Tertiary qualifications in nursing education or associated fields or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience in the relevant field.
- Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including advanced verbal, written, and electronic communication capabilities. This includes the ability to apply effective problem-solving strategies to address identified learning needs,



and to influence and engage health professionals in achieving education and practice outcomes
- Demonstrated extensive and contemporary experience in nursing clinical practice development or leadership roles, incorporating change management, team development, and motivational leadership skills. This includes proven experience in graduate nurse education programs, such as GradStart and transition-to-practice initiatives, with a strong track record of achievement in workforce learning and development.
- Demonstrated ability to develop implement and evaluate innovative educational and skills development programs using contemporary adult learning principles and adaptable delivery modes for learning.
- Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality education and learning outcomes.

Requisition ID: REQ687862 Applications Close: 2nd November 2026

Need more information?

- Find out more about applying for this position.
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Michael Eckert on [email protected]

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Stepping

Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ . Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. #S-DNI

📌 Nurse Educator Grade 3 - Gradstart Program - Westmead Hospital (Sydney)
🏢 Western Sydney Local Health District
📍 Sydney