Child and Family Health Nurse

Child and Family Health Nurse - Sustaining NSW Families (SNF) Join to apply for the Child and Family Health Nurse - Sustaining NSW Families (SNF) role at NSW Health Employment Type : Temporary Part Time (Until July 2027) Position Classification : Registered Nurse Remuneration : $37.48 - $52.62 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging Hours Per Week : 28 Location : Wallsend Closing Date : Sunday, 14th December 2025 About The Role The Sustained Nurse Home Visiting (SNF) program provides coordinated, nurse-led home visits aimed at improving outcomes for vulnerable families and children. In this role, you will work in partnership with families to achieve goals and desired outcomes, while keeping the baby’s wellbeing front of mind. Your typical week involves structured home visits, active follow-up, and collaboration with families. You will participate in weekly case conferences and care discussions with the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity and quality of care. Orientation to the SNF program will be provided, and ongoing support includes supervision from the Manager for Child and Family Services, NUM/Coordinator for SNF, CNC and CNE for Child and Family Health Services, Allied Health team members, and nursing colleagues. All SNF nurses are required to complete and maintain mandatory education requirements and undertake the Advanced Nurse Practice (ANP) Course, supported by an ANP Course Coordinator. About You Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse and/or Registered Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Current qualifications in Child and Family Health Nursing and willingness to complete Advanced Nurse Practice course within 12 months of employment. Eligibility to drive in NSW and willingness and ability to travel for work purposes. Enthusiasm and dedication to working with vulnerable families and children. Ability to form therapeutic, respectful relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. Strengths as a reflective practitioner, using a partnership and strengths-based approach. Commitment to professional development, including completing the Advanced Nurse Practice (ANP) Course. Collaborative approach and willingness to work within a multidisciplinary team. Benefits Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero. Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees). 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees). Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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. Eligibility and Visa 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. Relevant EEO Statement Hunter New England Health is an equal opportunity employer. We provide a safe, inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. All candidates are assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria in the position description. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact for confidential support. Contact Information For role related queries or questions contact Kerrie Hall on #J-18808-Ljbffr