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Be part of a supportive academic community in nursing education excellence
UC Level 8, Salary Range $ 113,289 pa - $ 126,361 pa plus 17% Super
Fixed Term, Full Time, 7 months Opportunity
About us:
University of Canberra curiosity, ambition and inclusiveness at its core. We challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. Our place-based commitment ensures that we visibly serve Canberra’s community and the surrounding region with impact on the nation. The University of Canberra is globally recognised for reducing inequalities with a diverse and inclusive culture.
About the role:
Are you a passionate Registered Nurse with a strong interest in education and student development? The University of Canberra is seeking a dedicated Clinical Liaison Nurse (CLN) to join our fast-paced team for a 7-month fixed term contract. This role supports and assess Nursing students during their Professional Experience Placements (PEP). As a CLN, you will foster strong relationships between students, healthcare facilities, and the University, ensuring a high-quality learning experience in diverse clinical settings.
Key responsibilities:
In collaboration with the Nursing Profession Practice Convenor and Unit Convenors, the CLN will:
Support nursing students during work integrated learning (WIL) in clinical environments.
Build Develop and maintain strong communication channels between students, industry stakeholders, and the University of Canberra within clinical settings.
Facilitate placements across various healthcare settings, including night shifts, weekends, and international locations.
Lead group learning activities
Monitor and assist students in developing clinical competencies.
Conduct clinical assessments and maintain effective communication with students and partners.
About you:
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
Substantial experience in general nursing and recent clinical practice.
Experience as a clinical educator would be highly regarded.
Postgraduate qualification in Nursing and understanding of higher education systems.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in computer applications and information systems.
Commitment to equity and workplace health and safety.
Knowledge of clinical placement environments and university administrative systems is advantageous.
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as flexible, family-friendly policies, on site gym, on site medical services, a supermarket and childcare facilities.
University of Canberra is a values based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 . UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility:
Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au
How to apply:
Please apply with you Resume only, no other documentation is required at this stage. Please ensure you take the time to align your Resume with the Position Description
If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.
For job specific information: Please contact - Alicia Hind – Lecturer in Nursing - Alicia.hind@canberra.edu.au or Jo Gibson - Discipline Lead in Nursing - Jo.Gibson@canberra.edu.au
For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au . If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 10 August 2025
