Maternal Child Health Nurse

Permanent Part Time and Casual positions available Echuca Regional Health proudly serves the Shire of Campaspe and Murray River Council communities, with Echuca and Moama located side by side on the banks of the Murray River. We offer a wide range of hospital, aged care, and community health services, and are growing as a sub-regional teaching health service. With over 1,000 staff, we’re the largest employer in the region—providing real opportunities for career growth, development, and making a difference close to home. About the Role: Applications are sought from suitably qualified Maternal and Child Health Nurses to join the Maternal and Child Health Services team at Echuca Regional Health. In this rewarding role, you will work in collaboration with families to optimise the health, wellbeing, safety, learning and development of children from birth to school age—supporting every child’s ability to be healthy and live well. You will deliver services across both Universal and Enhanced MCH streams, in accordance with the Maternal and Child Health Practice Guidelines (2009, reissued 2019), Enhanced Maternal and Child Health Program Guidelines (v2.0, 2025), and the Maternal and Child Health Service Guidelines (2019). This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, values-driven team committed to early intervention, integrated care, and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include: Provide high-quality care across both Universal and Enhanced MCH streams in accordance with relevant guidelines and standards, supporting families from birth to school age. Conduct assessments, screenings, and education to identify health and developmental concerns early, and offer targeted interventions to improve outcomes. Work in partnership with local service providers to ensure coordinated support for families, contributing to service planning and continuous improvement. Uphold accurate documentation in the MCH client management system, comply with legislative requirements, and actively participate in supervision, training, and mentoring. Actively participate in mandatory meetings as required and requested. Maintain core clinical competence specific to the area of clinical practice. Qualifications/experience required: Current AHPRA registration as Registered Nurse and registered Midwife. Accredited post graduate qualification in Maternal and Child Health Nursing. Current police check, WWCC, and Driver's licence. Why Work at ERH? At ERH we offer a supportive and inclusive culture that offers opportunity for growth and development. As well as that we have a fantastic range of benefits for our employees, including: Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight. Flexible working arrangements. Supportive and experienced leadership. Health and wellbeing programs. Career progression and skill development opportunities. Confidential Employee Assistance Program for staff and family. Free onsite parking. Free staff vaccinations. How to Apply: All applicants are to apply online via Seek and must include: A Cover Letter (Please indicate in your cover letter your FTE preference). Resume. Key Selection Criteria**. Key Selection Criteria** **Please note:Key Selection Criteria can be located within the position description. Applicants are required to send a separate document detailing response to the ‘key selection criteria’ to ***********@erh.org.au For a copy of the Position Description please go to: ERH Careers Page or email ***********@erh.org.au Enquiries about this position should be directed to Karen Taylor, Midwife Unit Manager on: 5*** or ********@erh.org.au . Applications Close: 23 November 2025 Apply today Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. Applications are not accepted from agencies. Diversity and Inclusion At ERH, we value and celebrate the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and talents of our people. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally, linguistically and gender diverse people and, mature aged people. We are a child-safe organisation (see Victorian Government Child Safe Standards) and proudly Totally Smoke Free. Should you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process they are available upon request. For application support, contact ***********@erh.org.au Pre-Employment Requirements This position requires completion of a satisfactory National Police Check and (where relevant) provision of a Working with Children Check and check on the Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme prior to appointment. Vaccination status in line with policy and procedure at this time. 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