Child And Family Health Nurse

Join our dedicated team, where every day you make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of children and their families.Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $35.33 - $49.60 Per Hour + Allowances + 11% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ483986
Applications Close: Thursday 16th May 2024Child and Family Health Nurse
Wonnarua Country - Kurri Kurri Community HealthWhilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.Applicants must be female - under Section 31 (2) (h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.About the role:The Wonai Wareya - New Directions team comprises of both Child and Family Health Nurses and Aboriginal Health workers who collaboratively work to provide a culturally safe Child and Family Health service to families of Aboriginal babies and children from 0-6 within the Cessnock LGA. It involves a mixture of both Clinic and home visits to undertake assessments of childhood development against key developmental milestones.Our successful applicant will be required to complete an orientation program and will be supported by the other members within the Wonai Wareya - New Directions team including Aboriginal Health Worker and Child and Family Health Nurses. The Clinical Nurse Consultant LHD Aboriginal Child and Health Program provides clinical direction for this team.Where you'll be working:

• This role will see you will be based at the Wonai Wareya – New Directions team is located at Kurri Kurri Community Health Building.
• This is an opportunity to work for the largest local health district in NSW which services a population of more than 900,000 across the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast areas.
• Nestled in the picturesque Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, Kurri Kurri boasts stunning natural surroundings. From lush vineyards to rolling hills, the area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The town is known for its warm and welcoming community, you'll feel right at home in Kurri Kurri.

About you:Our ideal candidate is energetic, enthusiastic, highly motivated, has excellent communication skills, as well as an experienced Child and Family Health Nurse who is committed to working in partnership with families with an interest in improving health outcomes of Aboriginal babies and children as well as mothers of Aboriginal babies.Requirements and additional information:

• Current Registration as a registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Child and Family Health Qualifications
• Eligible to drive in NSW with a current drivers licence
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Glenda Entwisle on Glenda.Entwisle@health.nsw.gov.auInformation for Applicants:Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: .This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting via or 1300 40 25 23.HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.Connect with us on and !#AboriginalEmployment