Registered Nurse - Child and Family Health
Compassionate care in the heart of the home
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time & Part Time Opportunities to July/August 2027
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: Up to 38hrs/week
Requisition ID: REQ651059
Applications Close: Sunday, 19th April 2026
The Program You Will Support
Join a passionate, multidisciplinary team delivering the Sustained Nurse-Family Partnership (SNF) Program, a home visiting service supporting vulnerable families and children to achieve positive long-term outcomes.
This role will operate out of our Wallsend Service offering meaningful, community-based nursing practice. We are also looking to create a strong eligibility list for our services across our Raymond Terrace/Port Stephens through to the Lower Mid North Coast areas!
We currently have two key roles, both focused on building strong, therapeutic relationships with families through regular home visiting and ongoing support.
- SNF Program – a coordinated, nurse-led model of care
- SNF PLUS Pilot – a collaborative model of care delivered jointly with Social Work
What You Will Contribute
In this role, you will work in partnership with families to identify goals and support positive outcomes, always keeping the baby at the centre of care.
You’ll provide sustained follow-up through home visiting and contribute to collaborative, multidisciplinary case discussions.
Your key responsibilities:
Conducting regular home visits to support families and children
Working in partnership with families to set and achieve strengths-based goals
Participating in weekly multidisciplinary case conferences
Providing therapeutic, relationship-based nursing care within professional boundaries
Contributing to coordinated care planning with nurses, social workers, and allied health
To see success:
We are seeking an enthusiastic nurse with a genuine passion for working with vulnerable families.
You will be a reflective practitioner who works confidently within a strengths-based, family-centred framework.
Strong ability to build therapeutic, professional relationships
Experience working respectfully in partnership with families and clinicians
A compassionate, non-judgemental and child-focused approach
Strong communication and reflective practice skills
Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries
Essential: Hold postgraduate qualifications in Child and Family Health Nursing & willingness to complete Advanced Nurse Practice course within 12 months of employment.
Support and Benefits
You will receive a structured orientation to the SNF program to ensure a confident start in your role, along with ongoing guidance and support from experienced clinicians.
You’ll also have access to a dedicated Advanced Nurse Practice (ANP) and Course Coordinator, with protected time to complete your ANP Course, including training days and case study assessment.
You will also benefit from:
Ongoing professional development opportunities will further support your growth and practice.
4 weeks annual leave or 6 weeks for full time eligible nurses
Monthly day off
Paid parental leave for work life balance
Increase your take home pay with Salary packaging options and Fitness Passport
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Margaret Ridgway on Margaret.Ridgway@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
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.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Information 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: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health 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 SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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