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Working with families to make a real difference Work within a dynamic team that supports professional growth Participate and gain from the professional development frameworkCome and join our dynamic team who are passionate about the importance of supporting children, parents and families during the early years of a childs life.Employment Type:PermanentFull Time & Permanent Part TimePosition Classification:Registered NurseRemuneration:$74,317.93 - $104,336.26 per annum / $37.48 - $52.62 per hourHours Per Week:38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)Location:Doonside Community Health CentreWhere you''ll be workingWestern Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is a leading healthcare provider employing over 12,500 employees. We offer primary, secondary, and tertiary care to residents of Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Holroyd, and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs). We are committed to providing better health services in western Sydney and beyond, aligned with core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment. Merrylands and Auburn Community Health Centre promote the development, well-being and safety of babies and children. Work in a variety of settings which include clients homes, clinics, and parenting groups.What you''ll be doingThe Child and Family Health Nurse (CFHN) practices above the level of a registered nurse, working within a primary healthcare model with families who have infants and/or young children 0-5 years.This position will be involved in the provision of quality child and family health nurse services to families within the Western Sydney Local Health District. This will be achieved by the nurse working with a strength-based, wellness focus, building parental confidence and skills through the provision of information, resources, interventions, guidance and role modelling safe responsive care. The nurse utilises evidenced based screening tools and assessment to identify health variations or vulnerabilities to negotiate an individual care plan and interventions that meet the needs of the family.How to ApplyApply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.Essential Criteria: Registration: Current enrolment with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Registered Nurse Division 1Selection Criteria:1. Postgraduate qualification relevant to performing the role of a Child and Family Health Nurse, or currently enrolled in a tertiary course with completion date within 12 months of employment.2. Evidence of post registration experience working with families and young children; including those from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds3. Understanding of, and commitment to, evidence based practice.4. Demonstrated experience in assessment of the physical, social and emotional needs of children, and their families.5. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles of population health and primary health care.6. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to utilise information technology systems within a variety of applications and a commitment to undertaking training in electronic health record systems.7. Demonstrate effective verbal, written communication and negotiation skills.8. Current NSW Drivers Licence and willingness to use for work purposes.Requisition ID:REQ645238Applications Close: 16th March 2026Previous applicants who have applied and wish to be reconsidered may re apply.Need moreinformation?Find out more aboutapplyingfor this position.Review the detailedPosition Descriptionfor insights into role requirements and criteria.Explore theselection process,employment checks,outcomes and notifications.For inquiries about the role, contactSarah Winter on .People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit .Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.#S-DNI