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Child and Family Health Nurse
role at
Hunter New England Local Health District
This is your opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of children and families in your community.
Employment Type
: Temporary Full time and Part time opportunities until June 2027
Position Classification
: Registered Nurse
Remuneration
: $36.38 - $51.08 per hour + 12 % Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week
: Up to 38
Location
: Wallsend Campus
Looking for a role with purpose? Support families, shape futures, and grow your career with us
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Join the Sustaining NSW Families (SNF) Plus Pilot, a nurse-led home visiting program designed to improve outcomes for vulnerable families and children. You'll be part of a passionate, multi-disciplinary team working together to strengthen families across the Greater Newcastle area.
About The Role
As a Child and Family Health Nurse/Midwife, you will work in close partnership with families to help them identify and achieve their goals, always keeping the baby's wellbeing at the centre. The program involves sustained home visiting from pregnancy until the child's second birthday, combining health and developmental assessments with ongoing family support.
You'll Also
Conduct assessments in line with the Personal Health Record (PHR) schedule, using evidence-based tools.
Participate in weekly case reviews and consultations with a multi-disciplinary team.
Provide guidance and support to build parental skills and confidence in a strengths-based model.
What's In It For You
You'll be well supported in this role. Orientation is provided at commencement, and you'll be backed by the Manager for Child and Family Services, Allied Health team, and nursing colleagues.
Required
All nurses in the program are required to complete the Advanced Nurse Practice (ANP) Course, and you'll be supported every step of the way with training days, case study assessment, and guidance from a dedicated ANP Course Coordinator. You'll also benefit from:
Regular supervision and peer support.
Ongoing professional development opportunities.
A team environment that values reflective practice and continuous learning.
About You
We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate practitioner who is passionate about supporting vulnerable families. To be successful in this role, you will need:
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse and/or Midwife.
Postgraduate qualifications and experience in Child and Family Health Nursing
Experience working with families using a partnership or strengths-based approach.
Strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills.
The ability to build protected, therapeutic relationships while maintaining qualified boundaries.
A valid NSW driver's licence and willingness to travel for home visits.
Benefits
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work life 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
Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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📌 Child And Family Health Nurse
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Newcastle