AddressAbout the role
The Child Health Nurse is responsible for providing supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents and carers of infants and young children to promote childhood development and parenting capacity. The role will entail health promotion, development assessments and other clinical care.
In addition to a rewarding role and great place to work, you will enjoy an attractive remuneration package, including: Base salary of $96,000 – $102,000 (pro rata) Six weeks annual leave Annual Remote allowance of $1,300 Professional development opportunities, so you can sharpen your skills and broaden your horizons during your time with us
The Child Health Nurse is responsible for providing supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents and carers of infants and young children to promote childhood development and parenting capacity. The role will entail health promotion, development assessments and other clinical care.
The Child Health Nurse works as part of the broader clinical team and is required to provide other primary health clinical care in accordance with our Model of Care.
About the practice
We deliver a wide range of health and wellbeing services to more than 6500 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Broome region.
We take pride in providing a friendly and supportive workplace with generous salary packaging, access to a range of leave (including study leave), and opportunities for career advancement.
Our multidisciplinary Primary Health Care Team provides a range of services, including preventive health, maternity services, early childhood, chronic disease management and end-of-life care.
Experience and qualifications required
- Previous experience within an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Controlled Health Service.
- Registered Nurse with current unconditional registration with AHPRA.
- At least 3 years’ experience working with children and families in a primary health care setting.
- Post Graduate Child Health qualification.
- Endorsement as an Immunisation provider.
- Demonstrated ability to practice independently in providing clinical service, within own area of competence and professional knowledge base.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team
- An established track record of highly developed interpersonal skills. We welcome new graduates to apply for this position.
In addition to a rewarding role and great place to work, you will enjoy an attractive remuneration package, including: Base salary of $96,000 – $102,000 (pro rata) Six weeks annual leave Annual Remote allowance of $1,300 Professional development opportunities, so you can sharpen your skills and broaden your horizons during your time with us
