Support growing families. Strengthen communities. Make a lasting difference.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until May 2027

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ698553

Location: Muswellbrook Community Health

Closing Date: Sunday 8th November 2026

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for a Child and Family Health Nurse to join the established and well-supported team at Hunter Valley Community Health. You’ll play an important role in supporting the health, development and wellbeing of children and families across the local community, helping families build confidence and access the care and support they need during the early years of their child’s life.

Hunter Valley Community Health offers a brand-new, modern facility and a welcoming, supportive environment where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families across our local communities. You’ll be supported by a Clinical Nurse Educator and have access to fleet vehicles for community-based work. Enjoy a varied and rewarding role combining clinic-based care with home visits, where you’ll work in partnership with parents and carers to support children’s growth, development and wellbeing.

This is a rewarding opportunity to use your clinical expertise to build relationships with families, promote positive health outcomes and make a meaningful difference close to home.

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide safe, culturally appropriate and person-centred care to children and families within the community health setting.
• Work in partnership with children, parents, families and carers to identify needs, develop care goals and support positive health and developmental outcomes.
• Deliver child and family health nursing services that promote child development, health education, early intervention and family wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and other community services to coordinate care and connect families with appropriate support.
• Build trusting relationships with families, providing guidance, education and support tailored to their individual needs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to safe, evidence-based practice and continuous service improvement.

About you

You’re a compassionate and motivated nurse with experience in community health and a genuine passion for supporting children and families. You value building strong relationships, empowering families and delivering care that is responsive to individual needs and circumstances.

You will also demonstrate:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Experience in community health nursing, with child and family health experience highly regarded.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage positively with children, parents, families and carers.
• A commitment to culturally safe, inclusive and person-centred care.
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisation, clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, ongoing learning and improving health outcomes for children and families.

If you’re passionate about helping children thrive and supporting families to build a healthy start in life, we encourage you to apply and join the team at Muswellbrook Community Health.

What we can offer you:

✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development

✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

✅ 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

✅ The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Additional Information

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.

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants

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 [email protected] for confidential support.

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For role related queries or questions contact Sebin Incent on [email protected]

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

Stepping Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor 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 [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range ofbenefitssuch 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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