Child and Family Health Nurse
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 17/02/2027)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Location: Penrith Community Health Centre, St Clair Community Health Centre
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ688475
Applications Close: 09/09/2026
With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.
The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth).
An exciting opportunity is available for a compassionate and motivated Child and Family Health Nurse to join our community-based team supporting children and families during the crucial early years of life.
In this role, you will work alongside families with children aged 0-5 years, delivering Universal Health Home Visits, developmental assessments, health surveillance and screening services. You will play an important role in identifying health, developmental and family needs early, ensuring families receive the appropriate support and intervention to achieve the best possible outcomes.
As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence-based care, health education and advocacy while fostering positive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds. You will also contribute to a culture of learning by supporting the development of colleagues and students through mentorship, guidance and clinical leadership.
We are looking for a nurse who is passionate about child and family health, values collaborative practice and is committed to making a positive impact within the community.
If you are eager to support children and families to thrive and would like to be part of a dedicated and supportive team, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
Novated Leasing
Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Fitness Passport
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards
For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.
What you will bring to the role
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Authority (AHPRA)
- Demonstrated recent experience and clinical skill in provision of care to children aged 0-5 years and their families/carers as a registered nurse (including completion of a new graduate RN program or 12 months full time equivalent experience working as a Registered Nurse)
- Demonstrated capacity to provide effective nursing care that is person centred, family inclusive and culturally sensitive to people accessing health services.
- Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work.
- Demonstrated effective communications written and verbal skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Current driver's licence and willingness to use for work purposes. This may include driving long distances across the LHD.
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Leesa Berin on Leesa.Berin@health.nsw.gov.au