Are you a passionate about making a positive impact in children's lives? The StEPS Vision Screening Program is dedicated to giving all children the best start to school.
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Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $ $36.70 Per Hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 30
Requisition ID: REQ619668
Location: Inverell Community Health Service
Closing: Sunday 30th November 2025
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Benefits
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
* 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
* Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
What You'll Be Doing
As an Enrolled Nurse in the StEPS Vision Screening Program at Inverell Community Health Service you will be conducting free vision screenings for 4-year-old children across early childhood centres, preschools and schools; documenting screening results and communicate the findings to families; coordinating referrals with health professionals; managing your own clinical schedules with travel to various community sites; collaborating with the team through regular communication and support. If you're looking for variety in your role we want to hear from you
You won't be working alone. You will be supported by the coordinator, senior staff and colleagues with ongoing opportunities to ask questions and build confidence in the role. Successful applicants will receive a comprehensive orientation, including hands-on training in vision screening; use of equipment; referral pathways; and data systems.
Your Chance to Explore the Region While Making a Difference
Step into a role where you're making an impact while travelling through some of the most beautiful parts of the New England region. You'll be out and about across Inverell, Tingha, Guyra, Armidale, Uralla, Tamworth, Bundarra, Bingara, Barraba and Manilla, giving you heaps of variety and the chance to connect with different communities. You'll be backed by a genuinely supportive team who keep things friendly, flexible and uplifting.
Inverell, known as the "Sapphire City", has all the wholesome regional vibes. It's a close-knit place with a relaxed lifestyle, stunning natural spots like Gibraltar Range National Park, and all the essentials from great schools to welcoming neighbourhoods.
If you want meaningful work, real growth and the chance to hit the road while supporting kids and families to thrive, this role is such a good fit.
About You
* AHPRA-registered Enrolled Nurse.
* NSW drivers licence and willingness to travel.
* Both standard police check and Working with Children Check are required before commencing.
* Warm, approachable, and able to build rapport with young children and families.
* Organised, reliable, and confident working independently while also being a strong team player.
* Comfortable using technology for documentation and communication.
* Flexible and adaptable to changing environments, travel requirements, and clinic schedules.
* An essential commitment to child safety and wellbeing, strong communication skills, and accuracy in documentation.
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