Postgraduate Clinical Educator - HDU/Medical/Surgical

Passionate about developing the clinical skill of our specialist nurses? Join our Workforce Development team and play a key role in supporting postgraduate nurses to build confidence, capability and clinical excellence. You'll work alongside clinical leaders and staff across BRHS to mentor, educate and inspire clinicians who are becoming specialists in High Dependency and Medical/Surgical nursing, helping to shape high-quality patient care in East Gippsland.

The Contract: Ongoing Part Time | 48 hours per fortnight

What You'll Do:

• Support postgraduate nurses to achieve their clinical learning goals
• Coach and mentor nurses to build confidence and capability in practice
• Provide constructive feedback and guide difficult learning conversations
• Deliver engaging education sessions and professional development activities
• Promote critical thinking, clinical assessment and escalation of care principles

Key Skills & Experience:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Postgraduate qualification in Emergency, Critical Care or Perioperative Nursing
• Recent clinical experience in emergency, critical care or perioperative nursing
• Demonstrated understanding of adult learning and assessment principles
• Excellent communication, leadership and relationship-building skills

Please view the full key selection criteria in the Position Description here.

Why Join BRHS?

• Influence the future of BRHS nursing capability through education and mentorship
• Be part of a supportive, passionate and innovative education team
• Enjoy ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Excellent salary with access to extensive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• Relish an exceptional work/life balance in beautiful East Gippsland

Applications close: Wednesday 25th November 2026

Ready to make a difference? For more information contact:

Nicole Smith, Nurse Education Team Leader on 03 5150 3617

Applications are to include:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role in line with the position description
• A resume (including two recent referees)

All appointments are subject to the below requirements.  Successful applicants are unable to commence until these have been provided: 

• Satisfactory Police Record Check 
• Immunisation Status Clearance 
• Working with Children Check

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region. Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS. 

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At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve.  We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported.  Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at people.culture@brhs.com.au

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