Child and Family Health Registered Nurse

• Working with families to make a real difference.
• Work within a dynamic team that supports professional growth.
• Participate and gain from the professional development framework.

Come and join our dynamic team who are passionate about the importance of supporting children, parents and families during the early years of a child’s life.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time & Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 per annum / $36.38 - $51.08 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location:  Doonside Community Health Centre

Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is a leading healthcare provider employing over 12,500 employees.

·       We offer primary, secondary, and tertiary care to residents of Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Holroyd, and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs).

·       We are committed to providing better health services in western Sydney and beyond, aligned with core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.

·       Merrylands and Auburn Community Health Centre promote the development, well-being and safety of babies’ sand children.

·       Work in a variety of settings which include client’s homes, clinics, and parenting groups.

What you'll be doing 
The Child and Family Health Nurse (CFHN) practices above the level of a registered nurse, working within a primary healthcare model with families who have infants and/or young children 0-5 years.

This position will be involved in the provision of quality child and family health nurse services to families within the Western Sydney Local Health District. This will be achieved by the nurse working with a strength-based, wellness focus, building parental confidence and skills through the provision of information, resources, interventions, guidance and role modelling safe responsive care. The nurse, utilises evidenced based screening tools and assessment to identify health variations or vulnerabilities to negotiate an individual care plan and interventions that meet the needs of the family.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

·       Registration: Current enrolment with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Registered Nurse Division 1

Selection Criteria: 

1.     Postgraduate qualification relevant to performing the role of a Child and Family Health Nurse, or currently enrolled in a tertiary course with completion date within 12 months of employment.

2.     Evidence of post registration experience working with families and young children; including those from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

3.     Understanding of, and commitment to, evidence based practice.

4.     Demonstrated experience in assessment of the physical, social and emotional needs of children, and their families.

5.     Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles of population health and primary health care.

6.     Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to utilise information technology systems within a variety of applications and a commitment to undertaking training in electronic health record systems

7.     Demonstrate effective verbal, written communication and negotiation skills.

8.     Current NSW Drivers Licence and willingness to use for work purposes.

Requisition ID: REQ627163
Applications Close: 18^th December 2025

Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application.  The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.

Need more information?

• Find out more about applying for this position.

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

• For inquiries about the role, contact Rowena Urweiss on Rowena.Urweiss@health.nsw.gov.au or on 0409 329 047.