Registered Nurse/ Midwife - Child & Family Health

Mid North Coast Local Health District

Reference number

REQ662864

Occupation

Registered Nurse

Work type

Part-Time

Location

Port Macquarie & Mid-North Coast

Salary Information

$74317.94 - $104336.27

Closing date

15 June 2026 at 11:59pm

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 1 June 2028

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ662864

Advertising Closes: 15 June 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Australian Work Rights Visa). You must attach to your application in order to progress.

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families while working in a supportive community healthcare team.

About the Role

The Child and Family Health Nurse/ Midwife is an integral part of the multi-disciplinary healthcare team, providing nursing care to families/carers of the health service.

The role utilises evidence-based knowledge and skills to monitor the growth, development and health of the child (0 to 5 years of age) within the context of the family, and to provide a co-ordinated family centred approach, advice, health information, first line counselling (where appropriate) and referral to relevant support services.

About You

You will have:

Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse/Midwife
Experience working with children and families in a community setting
Strong assessment, communication and clinical problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Understanding of child safety and ROSH responsibilities
Nurse Immuniser qualification, or willingness to obtain

If you are passionate about supporting families and delivering quality community healthcare, we’d love to hear from you.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

Need more information?

about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Lee Brogmus via phone on 6656 7221 or via email on ***email_hidden***

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - [email protected] 'Get to know our Health District' - MNCLHD

Code of Ethics and Conduct for NSW Government Sector Employees

Mid North Coast LHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards

Need assistance with your application please refer to our resources: How To Apply or for Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders refer to: Stepping Up