Clinical Nurse Educator - Cardiothoracic/Cardiac

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care.

Wollongong Private Hospital is now hiring!

Wollongong Private Hospital is a 171 bed private hospital. It features state of the art equipment, facilities and patient services setting a benchmark for healthcare facilities in the Illawarra. Wollongong Private Hospital provides all major services including an intensive care unit, ten operating theatres, cardiac and vascular Labs and an Endoscopy suite. Surgical specialties include Cardiothoracic, Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery, interventional cardiology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Bariatric, Head and Neck, Gynaecological, Urology, Colorectal, upper GI, General, Vascular and Plastics.

This role is ideal for an experienced nurse with a passion for cardiac care and clinical education.

About the Role

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager and the Staff Development Manager, you will play a key role in supporting staff development within the Cardiothoracic/Cardiac ward.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality, evidence-based education and clinical support.
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating learning and development programs relevant to the department.
• Coordinating mandatory and non-mandatory training and in-service sessions.
• Contributing to the hospital’s quality improvement and safety initiatives.

About You

You are a dynamic and motivated nursing professional with a strong clinical background in leading a team.

You are passionate about clinical education and professional development, with a commitment to supporting excellence in patient care within a multidisciplinary team environment. Your leadership, communication skills, and dedication to continuous improvement make you a valued mentor and team member.

Essential Criteria:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 5 years post-registration experience, including at least 4 years in a relevant specialty area.
• Cardiothoracic, Cardiac and/or Vascular experience/knowledge.
• Proven experience in clinical education or preceptorship in formal and informal settings.
• Sound knowledge of evidence-based practice in a clinical environment.
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in Cardiac Nursing.
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment or Postgraduate qualification in Education (or prepared to work towards).
• Completion of a Preceptorship Program.
• ALS Assessor qualifications.

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy

• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more

• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts

• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7

• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff

• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally

• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.

• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Wollongong Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 22nd September 2026

Reference number: JR114908

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.