Employment Type: Temporary full time until December 2026
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Requisition ID: REQ689192
Location: Moree Community Health Service
Closing: Sunday 20th September
Join the Child and Family Health team at Moree Community Health where you will work with a team of clinicians passionate about working with families with a variety of complexities.
Are you passionate about supporting Aboriginal families in their early years?
Moree Community
Health is seeking a dedicated Child and Family Health Nurse to join the Aboriginal Child & Family Health team (OATSIH), providing care and guidance to a growing community of new mums, bubs and families.
About The Role
This is both an independent and collaborative role where you’ll promote and support the health & wellbeing of Aboriginal children and families through person centred, sensitive and culturally responsive care through monitoring, education, prevention, promotion and early intervention strategies. Your work will have a real impact on the health and wellbeing of local families, helping to shape the next generation in a small, connected town.
This position will work in partnership with an Aboriginal Health Education Officer and in collaboration with the Moree Aboriginal community to improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal children.
What We’re Looking For
- Postgraduate qualifications in the field of Child and Family Health Nursing, or working towards.
Certified Nurse
Immuniser would be desirable.
- Effective communication and advocacy skills.
- A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel as required.
Requirements Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
Why join us
✅ You’ll work with a team of passionate child and family health nurses with the support of a wider multidisciplinary team.
✅ You will be supported by a Line Manager, Nurse Manager, Clinical Supervisor, CNE, CNC, Aboriginal Health Workers, broader Child and Family Health team.
✅ Professional growth opportunities, with a manager committed to enhancing skills and development.
✅ Collaboration with supportive local doctors, allied health services and community groups.
✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅ Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance.
✅ Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Life in Moree
♨️ Famous artesian hot springs
? Affordable living & more space
? Strong, welcoming community
? Rich culture, arts and heritage
✈️ Easy connections to Sydney & Brisbane
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Sally Laurie on
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Additional Information To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full time & part time vacancies
Hunter Recent England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact
[email protected] for confidential support.
Information for Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).
For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: Salary packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay.
Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via
[email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full-time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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