Registered Nurse Child and Family Health (Aboriginal Identified)
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Job Summary
Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Location: Penrith Community Health Centre
Remuneration:$72152.52 - $101299.47 per annum
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ603430
Applications Close: 23/10/2025
With CORE Values of Collaboration Openness Respect and Empowerment
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed
and develop in your chosen career role.
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean Blue Mountains and Lithgow Region.
The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children young people and their families adults older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion prevention and early detection through to assessment treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools GPs hospitals non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres in peoples homes other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth).
Are you passionate about supporting the health and wellbeing of children and families We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Child and Family Health Nursing (CFHN) service an integral part of primary health care. This role focuses on promoting optimal health growth and development for children aged 05 years and their families through compassionate evidence-based care.
As a Registered Nurse in Child and Family Health you will work in partnership with families and the multidisciplinary team to assess plan implement and evaluate nursing care that aligns with the goals of each child and their family. Using a strengths-based family partnership approach and guided by the principles of Primary Health Care you will collaborate with clients carers and families to deliver client-centred care that is both safe and effective.
This comprehensive role involves health assessment prevention early identification and intervention referral health promotion community development and education. You will be part of a supportive team committed to improving outcomes for children and empowering families through high-quality nursing care.
If you are a compassionate nurse with a commitment to family-centred practice and early childhood health we invite you to apply and make a meaningful impact in your community.
Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees
Accrued Day Off (ADO)
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
Novated Leasing
Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Fitness Passport
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people LGBTIQA Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people neurodiverse individuals and people with disabilities to apply.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information please click here Child Safe Standards.
For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.
What you will bring to the role
- Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (applicants race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 NSW) and a demonstrated ability to effectively and sensitively liaise with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and the local Aboriginal communities.
- Current registration as Registered Nurse Division 1 with AHPRA
- Demonstrated recent experience and clinical skill in provision of care to children aged 0-5 years and their families/carers as a registered nurse (including completion of a new graduate RN program or 12 months full time equivalent experience working as a Registered Nurse)
- Demonstrated evidence of working within a multidisciplinary team to facilitate the care planning for families with complex needs.
- Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work and an ability to effectively work both within a team and effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development evidence based practice and an awareness of changes within the health care environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to utilise information technology systems within a variety of applications (e.g. Cerner) and commitment to undertake training in electronic health record systems as required
- Current NSW State drivers licence (including P1 or above) and willingness to use for work purposes. This may include driving long distances across the LHD
Need more information
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Lindy-Anne Rymer on
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
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