Maternal and Child Health Nurse

4w4 weeks ago

Knox City Council

AU · Part-time · $117,159 – $123,934

About this role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Maternal and Child Health Nurse to deliver high-quality, holistic care through a family-centred approach. Working with families of children aged 0–6 years, you will play a key role in promoting optimal health and wellbeing in line with Maternal and Child Health Service Guidelines.

In this role, you will identify, assess and support children and families who may benefit from additional intervention or referral. You will also strengthen community connections by fostering social networks, supporting playgroups and bringing families together.

You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team, working closely with colleagues across Family & Children’s Services and the broader Council. Our team is committed to professional growth and development, providing opportunities to work across specialised programs such as Enhanced Maternal and Child Health, Sleep and Settling Outreach and Special Care Nursery liaison.

Rotations into these programs will be supported and tailored according to your experience within MCH practice, ensuring you feel confident and well-prepared. We have a full-time permanent role and a part-time 0.8 FTE permanent role available, with a range of flexible work options for the right candidate.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Understanding of family dynamics and societal complexities
Experience working with families from a broad spectrum of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds
Demonstrated understanding of Child and Family Violence Information Sharing Schemes and risk assessment frameworks
Well-developed skills in MS Office Suite, Child Development Information Systems (CDIS), and Electronic Data Management Systems
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a registered nurse and a registered midwife
Recognised qualifications in Maternal and Child Health nursing

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, holistic care through a family-centred approach to families of children aged 0–6 years
Promote optimal health and wellbeing in line with Maternal and Child Health Service Guidelines
Identify, assess and support children and families who may benefit from additional intervention or referral
Strengthen community connections by fostering social networks and supporting playgroups
Work closely with colleagues across Family & Children’s Services and the broader Council
Participate in specialised programs including Enhanced Maternal and Child Health, Sleep and Settling Outreach, and Special Care Nursery liaison
Rotate into specialised programs tailored to your experience within MCH practice

Benefits

Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements
Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave
Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees
Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different capacities
Flexible work options available for the right candidate