Job Description

Child & Family Health Nurse (First 2000 Days)

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Armajun Aboriginal Health Service - First 2000 Days | Child & Family Health Nurse

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Now Hiring: Child & Family Health Nurse (First 2000 Days)

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New England Region | Sites & Mobile Outreach
n Full Time / Fixed Term Contract|NSW Health Award Equivalent

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The Mission (No Pressure... Just Tiny People and Big Outcomes)

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ACCHO First 2000 Days teams are whereearly childhood health becomes life-changing—because the first years are when we can catch developmental delays early, support confident parenting, and help families build strong foundations frombirth to age five.

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And yes—we take immunisations seriously.
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What You'll Do

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You'll provide specialised primary health services to Aboriginal infants, children, and families, including:

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- Comprehensive child health checks+ growth assessments (0–5 years)
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- Immunisations as an Authorised Nurse Immuniser
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- Practical clinical education on:n n
- infant feeding (breastfeeding, formula, solids)
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- sleep/settling
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- growth and wellbeing
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- Early referrals to allied health and paediatrics when screening indicates needs
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- Culturally safe home visits & outreach clinics with Aboriginal Health Workers
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- School readiness checks (vision/hearing) and early childhood hygiene support
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- Accurate documentation in Communicare+ participation in clinical governance / CQI
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Why You'll Love This Role

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Because you'll be part of anACCHO-led modelwhere relationships, culture, and community strengths are central—not an "add-on."

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You'll also get the satisfaction of improving outcomes you can measure:

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immunisation coverage milestones (including the "we nailed it" >90% target),

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strong documentation and cold-chain compliance (vaccine safety = non-negotiable).

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Who You Are

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- Clinical experience equivalent to RN Year 8
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- Authorised Nurse Immuniser qualification in NSW (or near completion)
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- Knowledge of early development milestones +ASQ tools
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- Demonstrated ability to deliver culturally secure care
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- Current driver's licence + willingness to travel
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- WWCC and National Police Clearance
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- Postgraduate qualification in Child & Family Health Nursing
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- Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
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- Experience working in an ACCHO
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The Funny Part (That Still Means Serious Work)

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- explain the "what now?" steps clearly,
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- support early intervention,
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- and keep care coordinated like it's your job...
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📌 Child & Family Health Nurse (First 2000 Days) (Armidale)
🏢 Armajun Aboriginal Health Service
📍 Armidale