Achieve Something Great
Love working with kids and families? Join our Child and Family Health Nursing team at SWSLHD! We offer no night shifts, family-friendly hours, and a genuinely supportive, down-to-earth team. You’ll enjoy autonomy in your role, backed by clinical supervision, debriefing, and strong support from our CNCs and CNEs. Ongoing education and professional development are a big deal here—we invest in your growth. From structured orientation to daily team connection, you’ll feel valued every step. Make a real impact supporting vulnerable families in a role where you’re trusted, appreciated, and encouraged to thrive. Ready to grow your career and love your job?
Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate for this role is a compassionate, skilled, and community-focused Registered Nurse with a strong commitment to supporting the health, development, and wellbeing of children and their families.
Skills & Capabilities
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively and build trusting relationships with children, parents, carers, and diverse communities.
- Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills, particularly in child development, maternal health, and family dynamics.
- Ability to provide evidence-based health education, anticipatory guidance, and early intervention strategies to families.
- Well-developed cultural competence, with the ability to provide inclusive, respectful, and family-centred care (including Aboriginal and culturally diverse communities).
- Strong documentation and IT skills, with experience in electronic health records and community health systems.
- Effective time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a varied caseload across clinic, home, and community settings.
Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Experience
- Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
- Relevant qualifications in Child and Family Health Nursing (or enrolled in a relevant qualification and working towards completion).
- Demonstrated experience in child and family health, community nursing, paediatrics, or maternal health.
- Experience in developmental screening, family assessments, and early identification of risk factors impacting child wellbeing.
Experience in health promotion, group facilitation, and community engagement is highly desirable.
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Attributes for Success
- A strong commitment to family-centred, strengths-based care.
- Demonstrated empathy, patience, and emotional intelligence, particularly when working with vulnerable families.
- Adaptability and resilience, with the ability to respond to complex social and health needs.
- High level of professional accountability and ethical practice.
- A proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development.
- Commitment to collaboration, inclusion, and culturally safe practice.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary Positions
Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
Vaccination Requirements
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.
