Registered Nurse - StEPS Program

Requisition ID: REQ666761

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 32 hours per week until April 2027

Remuneration: Registered Nurse: $40.02 - $56.19 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Moorebank Community Health Centre

Applications close: 08/06/2026

Contact: Borbe, Maynard on ***email_hidden*** |0422 008 742

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

The StEPS program aims to actively identify childhood vision problems as early as possible and refer children with potential vision problems to an eye health professional for a diagnostic assessment. Early intervention and treatment prior to school enables maximum quality outcomes. The StEPS program aims to actively identify childhood vision problems as early as possible and refer children with potential vision problems to an eye health professional for a diagnostic assessment. Early intervention and treatment prior to school enables maximum quality outcomes.

About the role:

• Ability to conduct the Statewide Eyesight Preschooler Screening (StEPS) vision screening in clinics, pre schools, day care centres to 4 year old children who reside in the SWSLHD.
• Applicant will need to have experience working with computers.
• Opportunity to have work life balance, day shifts available. Candidate must be available to work on a Monday.

Are You the Right Fit?

The ideal candidate for this role demonstrates the following qualities

• Someone who brings a strong blend of personal drive, compassion, and professional skill. They are self‑motivated and highly driven, able to take initiative and maintain momentum even in a fast‑paced or evolving environment.
• They demonstrate patience and genuine care, creating safe and supportive interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. Strong active listening skills allow them to understand needs, respond thoughtfully, and build trusting relationships.
• This person is also confident with technology, possessing solid computer skills that enable efficient workflows and clear documentation. They enjoy tackling challenges and approach problem‑solving with curiosity and resilience.
• Importantly, the ideal candidate has a keen interest in leadership and mentoring, with a natural ability to uplift others, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Please describe your recent experience as a Registered Nurse working with parents and young children. In your response, outline your current AHPRA registration, how you provide safe, compassionate and culturally responsive care in environments of minimal supervision and rapid change, and your experience in visual acuity screening and delivering the StEPS program.
• Provide an example that demonstrates your ability to communicate effectively with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary team. Include how you use computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, eMR), resolve conflict professionally, apply critical thinking and data collection tools, and contribute to risk management, WHS and quality improvement activities.

• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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• Position Information
  • Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
• How to Apply
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• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
  • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
  • We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
• Aboriginal Workforce
  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
  • 12% superannuation
  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your Career
  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
  • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
  • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

  • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Temporary visa holders
  • May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
• Vaccination Requirements
  • All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment
  • South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.

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