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Education Consultant Orthopaedics and Plastics Nursing


Job Location:

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 22 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 20 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Ready to Make a Real Impact Join Our Supportive Education Teamas OurOrthopaedicand PlasticsEducation Consultant

Are you passionate about elevating orthopaedicand plasticsnursing practiceThis is your chance to join our education team to leadinnovation and education acrossthe orthopaedicand plasticsclinical speciality.

This is an exciting 12 month fixed-termpart-timerole (0.6 FTE)whichwillsupport ouracute sites atEast Melbourne FitzroyWerribeeand Kew.

Ready to transformorthopaedicandplasticsclinical education

This role offers theopportunity toelevateclinical excellence in orthopaedicand plasticsnursing while working with passionate professionals who share your commitment to outstanding patient care and recovery outcomes.

As the Education Consultant you will:

  • Identifylearning gaps and create innovative solutions for orthopaedicand plasticspatientcare

  • Deliver specialised clinical education that transforms nursingpractice

  • Support our staff and diverse learners - from postgraduate students to enrolled and registered nursegraduates

  • Champion professionalism and foster collaborative teamworkthrough a multi-disciplinaryapproach

Whatwerelooking for could you be our perfect match

  • Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

  • Minimum 5years experiencewith a solid understanding of current orthopaedicand plasticsnursing practices

  • Proven experience supporting diverse nursing learners (enrolled & registered)

  • Previousexperience in a clinical education or leadership role with a demonstrated ability to design and deliver educational programs

  • Passion for education and mentoring excellence

  • Innovation mindset and collaborative spirit

  • Proficiencyin using digital platforms and educational technology

  • Post-graduate qualification in Orthopaedics or PlasticsNursing

  • Ability to work flexibly (willing to travel across all four sites)

  • Perioperative background in orthopaedic nursing is highlydesirable

Why work for SVPHM:

You will join a high performing team and a workplace with relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We value our staff and offer professional advancement in a respectful collaborative and learning environment.

  • Join the St Vincents Health Australia Group and work for a truly values based organisation who operate across VIC NSW and QLD

  • Salary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take home pay!)

  • Gain access to discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport

  • Option to join our workplace giving program Give4Good

  • A great work life balance with options to purchase additional leave

  • Receive a staff discount on hospital admissions to any SVHA Private Hospital

REQUIREMENTS:

Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role.

SVPHM has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. Youare therefore required tocomply withthe SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy which depending on the role you perform in the organisation will require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

We are committed to equal employment opportunity ethical practices the principles of cultural diversity and promote a smoke free work environment.

St Vincents Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all advertised positions. For further information visit get in contact at.

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Your application mustcontain:

  • a cover letter and

  • CV to be considered.

Candidates will be reviewed as they are received and the job posting may close sooner than the advertised date.

For further information about this role please contactDonna Kelly (Director Patient Experience and Clinical Support)orJulie ODonnell(Education Consultant)@

Closing Date:
11 October 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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