Clinical Nurse – Breastfeeding Support Service

Clinical Nurse – Breastfeeding Support Service (North Metropolitan Area) Child and Adolescent Health Service WA – Greenwood WA CRVCID. This is a Fixed Term Part Time appointment available, for up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. A Child Health Certificate and current valid driver’s licence are required for this role. This role is based across multiple Child Health Centres including Greenwood, Joondalup, Midland Hub and Lockridge, with some home visiting required. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Nurse with a commitment to promoting breastfeeding, child health, and early intervention to join our North Metropolitan Breastfeeding Support Service. You will play a key role in promoting infant health and wellbeing by delivering high-quality breastfeeding support services to families referred by Child Health Nurses. Promoting the health and well‑being of children and families using evidence‑based, preventative and early intervention approaches that reflect social determinants of health. Conducting holistic assessments of infants and families, planning and implementing nursing care based on health needs, goals and service priorities. Providing high‑quality breastfeeding education, support and health promotion to individuals and groups. Communicating effectively with families and community networks, strengthening partnerships and encouraging participation. Acting as a resource for nursing staff, students and colleagues by supporting the development of clinical and organisational skills within your scope of practice. Participating in clinical governance, policy development, service evaluation and continuous quality improvement activities. Contributing to evidence‑based practice, nursing research and quality improvement initiatives within Child and Adolescent Community Health. If you are a capable leader with advanced knowledge of primary health care principles and social determinants of health, we encourage you to apply. Experience providing breastfeeding support in community settings is desirable. How to Apply Applicants are requested to apply online ( Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Your ability to meet the work‑related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. Please include the following in your application: A statement addressing selection criteria in no more than 2‑3 pages. Evidence of your registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse or eligibility to apply for this. A current resume summarising your experience, qualifications and how you can meet the position requirements. Please provide the name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one individual who has been or is your direct line manager/supervisor. Eligibility: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Fixed term contracts can be held by individuals on visas that allow working rights within Australia. Sponsorship is not currently available for this role. Other Conditions: WA Health requires applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process, as well as, as required, a working with children check and a pre‑employment health assessment. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are also committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. Support for your interview process: CAHS strives to ensure the interview process caters to the access needs of all applicants. Please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team via email ***************@health.wa.gov.au or phone on +61 8 6456 0321 prior to your interview if any reasonable adjustment to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries needs to be made. Lodgement is system‑generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00 pm on the closing date will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr