Child and Family Health Nurse

Overview

Child and Family Health Nurse - Karitane
NSW Health, Campbelltown, New South Wales, Australia

Summary

Summary Role And Function: Karitane staff provide safe, effective, quality care consistent with the organisation's mission, philosophy, values and standards of care, and adhere to the Professional Code of Conduct. Professional practice must reflect adherence to agreed professional standards and be responsible for the delivery of clinical services under the supervision of the Manager.

We are seeking Child and Family Health Nurses, Registered Nurses and/or Registered Midwives for multiple positions available at our Early Parenting Service located at Campbelltown. If you have completed, commenced or intending to commence a post graduate qualification in Child and Family Health Nursing this opportunity is for you. You will join a wonderful and diverse multidisciplinary team that loves the work they do in partnership with parents to build and strengthen family relationships in the First 2000 days. "The First 2000 Days shapes a child's life".

Operational Base

Karitane Early Parenting Service - Campbelltown

Vaccination Category

A – Including current annual influenza vaccine

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Key Selection Criteria

Essential For This Role Are The Following

• Current NSW Registration Nurse or Midwife (NSW) List A
• Child and Family Health Nursing Qualification, working towards or completion within 18 months of successful employment
• Demonstrated experience in Child and Family Health/Midwifery/Paediatrics or equivalent with an understanding of current evidence informed practice
• Demonstrated advanced communication skills in mixed modalities e.g. inpatient and outpatient/virtual services
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated advanced computer skills and data collection systems and practices
• Demonstrated ability to work in partnership and deliver customer-centric care
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, set priorities and manage time effectively

Conditions Of Employment

Part-time, and casual employment status of this role is in accordance with the Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Nurses Agreement 1997. Shift times and days may be varied according to the needs of the organisation. Karitane services are provided at a number of sites within the Sydney Metropolitan Area. The majority of Karitane's services close for approximately two weeks over the Christmas/New Year period, during which time employees are required to take leave. Karitane supports a smoke free environment including grounds, buildings and vehicles. Applicants will have a commitment to EEO & WHS Policies, ethical practice and the principles of cultural diversity. Relevant Criminal History, Working with Children's Check, Apprehended Violence Orders and prior employment checks, including relevant disciplinary proceedings, will be conducted on recommended applicants.

Description

A full position description detailing this role and what Karitane is about is in detail and can be viewed on the Karitane website under employment opportunities:

Benefits Of a Career At Karitane

• Dynamic team
• Innovative organisation
• That we are an accredited Family-friendly workplace
• Professional development, support and mentoring
• Opportunity to salary package up to $16,050 tax free (as not-for-profit and registered charity)
• Additional leave, accrued day off once a month where applicable
• Encouraged to achieve your full potential
• Respected and recognised
• Flexible work practices where applicable and appropriate
• Meaningful work – that makes a difference

Application Process

If you are interested in applying for this role, please indicate your preference for full-time, part-time or casual. Enquiries and applications via email should be addressed to Suzanne Calman, Acting Nurse Manager – Karitane Early Parenting Service - Campbelltown. Tel | Mob | Email:

Close date: COB Friday 5th September 2025

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