Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to – 8 September 2027 - Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.23 - $57.88 per hour ( superannuation salary packaging options) NSW Health Incentives – (conditions apply, may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme and Western NSW LHD Incentives)’
Location: Grenfell, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 28
Applications Close: 31 August 2026 – 11:59pm
Registered Nurse - Child & Family Health / Community Nursing - 10-20k Incentives Offered
Grenfell Multi Purpose Service
About the role The successful applicant will be a qualified Child and Family Health Nurse with strong clinical assessment skills, excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Experience in community nursing is desirable; however, applicants with a strong Child and Family Health background and a willingness to develop skills in community nursing are encouraged to apply.
The role includes providing Child and Family Health Nursing services including 1–4 week newborn home visits, early childhood development assessments, immunisation services, family support and health promotion. The role also includes Community Nursing activities such as wound care, ambulatory care, home visits, palliative care support and care coordination. The successful applicant will work across the local community, including outreach to Quandialla, and have the opportunity to develop skills across both Child and Family Health and Community Nursing services.
Occasional weekend work may be required as part of the Community Nursing service requirements. You will have a current licence to drive in NSW with the ability to drive for work purposes. The successful applicant will also be required to provide outreach services to Quandialla as required.
You will be joining a supportive Primary and Community Health team consisting of nursing, allied health and administrative staff who work collaboratively to provide quality care to the local community.
This role provides the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with children, families and community members while making a positive impact on health outcomes.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the advantages of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
Helping you Move to Western NSW The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Brenda Hurst, Primary & Community Health Manager on (02) 5338 5600 or at
[email protected] for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· This is position is available to female applicants only in accordance with Section 14 (d)
of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified females are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/workforce/aboriginal/Pages/default.aspx#:~:text=GSE Rule 26 allows agencies,persons covered by the Rule.. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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