Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Location: Penrith Community Health Centre

Remuneration: $41.22 per hour - $57.88 per hour

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ691740

Applications Close: 23/09/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,

working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every prospect to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

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 people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth).

Are you passionate about supporting children and families during the most important years of a child's development? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Child and Family Health Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children aged 0 to 5 years and their families.

This rewarding role provides the opportunity to deliver comprehensive child and family health services, including health and developmental assessments, health promotion activities, early identification and intervention, education, referral and care coordination. You will build strong relationships with families, providing guidance,



support and advocacy while contributing to the ongoing health and wellbeing of your local community.

The successful applicant will bring excellent clinical assessment skills, a commitment to delivering high-quality person-centred care and a genuine passion for working with children and families. You will thrive in a collaborative environment and value working as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care and support.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a service that is committed to supporting the best possible start in life for children while fostering strong, healthy and resilient families.

In addition to a fulfilling career where every day brings the chance to positively impact children and families, you'll be part of a supportive and experienced team that values skilled growth, collaboration and innovation. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can develop your skills, contribute your expertise and enjoy a genuine sense of purpose in your work.

If you are ready to help shape healthier futures for children and families and want to be part of a service that values compassion, partnership and excellence in care, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join us in making a lasting difference in the lives of our communities.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time employees

- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging

- Novated Leasing

- Excellent 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

1. Current registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Authority (AHPRA)
2. 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)
3. Demonstrated capacity to provide effective nursing care that is person centred, family inclusive and culturally sensitive to people accessing health services.
4. Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work.
5. Demonstrated effective communications written and verbal skills.
6. Demonstrated commitment to professional development.
7. Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
8. Current driver's licence and willingness to use for work purposes. This may include driving long distances across the LHD.

Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

Need more information?

- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Lindy Rymer on [email protected]

📌 Registered Nurse - Child and Family Health (Australia)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Australia