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:PermanentFull 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

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 solid 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 flexible 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

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