We are seeking qualified Child and Family Health Registered Nurses/ Midwives to join us and our team as Varied permanent positions including Casuals here at our Karitane Early Parenting Service – Campbelltown. We are now a fully funded 14 bed unit and we invite you to apply.
POSITION TITLE: Registered Nurse/ Midwife - Child and Family Health
OPERATIONAL BASE: Karitane Early Parenting Service - Campbelltown
STATUS: Varied permanent positions including Casual
HOURS: Varied hours including Casual roster Monday-Friday
All roles are required to work a rotating roster
VACCINATION CATEGORY: A (including annual Influenza Vaccination)
RESPONSIBLE TO: Nurse Manager - (through to Director, Clinical Services)
INDUSTRIAL AWARD: Public Health System Nurses’ and Midwives’ (state) Award 2025 and with the Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations’ Nurses Agreement 2017.
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“The First 2000 Days shapes a child’s life”
Karitane is a not-for-profit early parenting organisation within NSW that supports families, builds parenting capacity, enhances parent child relationships and strengthens a family’s connections through supports in their community.
SUMMARY ROLE AND FUNCTION
Karitane staff provides 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.
An exciting opportunity exists for experienced Child and Family Health Nurses to join our dynamic team at the Karitane Early Parenting Service at Campbelltown.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA: (Each criteria must be addressed in your application)
Essential for this role are the following: (the criteria below must be addressed in your cover letter)
1. Current NSW Registration Nurse or Midwife (NSW) List A
2. Child and Family Health Nursing Qualification with minimum 2 years’ experience.
3. Demonstrated experience in Child and Family Health with an understanding of current evidence informed practice
4. Demonstrated advanced communication skills in mixed modalities
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
6. Demonstrated advanced computer skills and data collection systems and practices
7. Demonstrated ability to work in partnership and deliver client focused care.
8. Demonstrated ability to multi-task, set priorities and manage time effectively
RESPONSIBILITIES
Practices in accordance with the recognised standards for Nursing Practice, Codes of Ethics and Professional Conduct for Australian nurses, plus legislation affecting nursing practice and common law.
Child and Family Health RN: All Child and Family Health nurses (RN) have an obligation to be familiar with and practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board registration codes, guidelines and statements for Registered Nurses. Secondly, Child and Family Health nurses are required to operate within the scope of practice, standards and professional development elements as outlined within the NSW CAFHNA Child and Family Health Competencies 2009 and comply with their registration CPD requirements using the Child and Family Health Professional Practice Framework 2022 to guide their professional development. All registered nurses are to provide evidence of National Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is current.
Reference:
AHPRA- Code of Conduct for Nurse and Midwives (2018) file:///C:/Users/60085827/Downloads/NMBA-Fact-sheet-Code-of-conduct-for-nurses-and-Code-of-conduct-for-midwives
- MaCAFHNA - National Standards for Child and Family Health Nurses (2017) https://www.mcafhna.org.au/client_images/2830942.pdf
- CAFNA NSW- Child and Family Health Nursing Professional Practice Framework (2022) https://www.mcafhna.org.au/client_images/2830944.pdf
VACCINATIONS
- Category A workers are required to meet and maintain the vaccination criteria (as per the current NSW Health policy directive) including annual influenza vaccinations.
- NOTE - please read and understand NSW Health policy directive
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Permanent full-time, part-time and Casual employment status of this role is in accordance with the Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations’ Nurses Agreement 2017. 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.
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:
www.karitane.com.au
“Karitane is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment for all children and
young people. We are dedicated to upholding the Child Safe Standards, all staff share responsibility for
maintaining a child‑safe culture.”
Please note: If you work in the NSW Public Health system and other Affiliated Health Organisations your accruals of leave and service can be transferred across to Karitane.
Benefits of a career at Karitane
- Dynamic team
- Innovative organisation
- That we are an accredited Family-friendly workplace
- Professional development, support and mentoring
- Opportunity if you work regular casual shifts you may be able 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
If you are interested in applying for this role, please indicate your preference for part-time hours
Please upload a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria and your resume:
Full advert and position description can be access through our Karitane website
Careers at Karitane | Join Our Team & Support Families
Your application can be submitted via this link:
vacancies/job/view/36
Enquiries should be addressed to:
Alison Squire Nurse Manager – Karitane Early Parenting Service – Campbelltown
Mobile 0475 133 363
Close date: COB Friday 18 September 2026
The culture of Karitane is founded on our values of respect, innovation, collaboration and excellence.
